Donald Trump’s acceptance of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize medal is being mocked by critics — but beneath the spectacle lies a troubling story of flattery-driven diplomacy, foreign influence, and high-stakes power politics in post-Maduro Venezuela.
Venezuela’s opposition leader María Corina Machado handed Donald Trump her Nobel Peace Prize medal in a dramatic White House meeting—seeking US backing for a post-Maduro transition, but leaving with symbolism, uncertainty, and no clear political endorsement.
Donald Trump triggered global controversy after posting a viral image declaring himself the “Acting President of Venezuela,” following the US capture of Nicolás Maduro. What really happened, who holds power in Caracas, and why the claim matters.
Venezuela’s China-made radars, aircraft, and armored vehicles failed to stop a U.S. military raid that captured Nicolás Maduro. Beijing’s silence now speaks louder than its weapons marketing.
Donald Trump says the US is “in charge” of Venezuela after the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, outlining plans focused on oil, stability, and delayed elections—while issuing stark warnings to Colombia, Iran, and others.
After the dramatic U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump is pressing Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez with sweeping demands on drugs, oil, foreign allies, and elections—reshaping the country’s future amid global alarm.
Denmark has issued a sharp warning to U.S. President Donald Trump after he renewed calls for American control of Greenland following the U.S. military operation in Venezuela. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Greenland is not for sale and urged Washington to respect international law, sovereignty, and NATO alliances as fears grow over escalating U.S. unilateralism.
India’s cautious response to the US capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro reflects a familiar strategic restraint. Echoing its Russia–Ukraine stance, New Delhi avoided naming Washington, prioritising diplomacy, survival, and balance amid rising US assertiveness.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s cryptic remark after the U.S. capture of Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro has ignited global debate. His words appeared to hint at Russian President Vladimir Putin — raising questions about power, precedent, and the future of international law.
The dramatic U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has triggered global shockwaves, legal outrage, and fears of a dangerous precedent. From oil geopolitics to international law, this is how Trump’s boldest foreign intervention yet could reshape the world order.