Nobel Peace Prize
Coverage of Nobel Peace Prize in the Nexus archive.
- How a top State Dept. official "went rogue" over Machado's Venezuela plans
Deputy Secretary of State Chris Landau is suspected of miscommunicating U.S. policy to two countries regarding Maria Corina Machado's attempts to enter Venezuela after earthquakes. The Trump administration opposes aiding Machado's return, but Landau's actions caused internal arguments, international confusion, and tensions with Machado supporters.
- Nobel Peace Prize winner triumphs at Ethiopian polls but fears grow of new conflict
Abiy Ahmed's party retains its large majority in Ethiopian elections despite ongoing unrest in parts of the country and rising tensions with neighboring nations. Fears of new conflict persist amid these developments.
- Ethiopia: 'One of the most rapidly growing economies in Africa, but wealth distribution is terrible'
Ethiopia is recognized as one of Africa's fastest-growing economies but faces severe wealth distribution challenges. Dr. Douglas Yates highlights ongoing conflict, exclusion, inflation, and uneven development as key issues affecting the country's political landscape. He also notes the evolving perception of PM Abiy Ahmed following his 2019 Nobel Peace Prize, with regional reconciliation efforts now complicated by internal rebellions and rivalries.
- Nobel laureate’s smuggled memoir details beatings and neglect in Iranian prisons
Nobel peace prize laureate Narges Mohammadi's smuggled memoir details her experiences of beatings, neglect, and torture in Iranian prisons. The writing describes solitary confinement, medical neglect, and constant interrogations during her numerous imprisonments. Mohammadi is currently in critical condition.
- ‘Project Freedom’ marks a classic Trump flip from warmonger to humanitarian
US President Donald Trump has announced 'Project Freedom' to free marooned ships, marking a shift from warmonger to humanitarian. The project follows Trump's recent statements on Iran and his visit to Florida. The initiative has been described as a classic episode of the Trump Show.
- Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner in critical condition
Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian activist and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was hospitalized after collapsing in prison. Her family reports her condition has worsened since a March heart attack.
- Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner in critical condition
Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian activist and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was hospitalized after collapsing in prison. Her family reports her condition has worsened since a March heart attack.
- Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved to house arrest by the military, continuing her detention since the 2021 coup. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate remains under custody as the military maintains control.
- Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved to house arrest by the military, continuing her detention since the 2021 coup. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate remains under military control following her removal from power.
- Family of ailing Iranian Nobel laureate say keeping her in jail is a death sentence
The family of jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi fears for her life due to a severe health decline, suspected heart attack, and 20kg weight loss. She was re-arrested in December 2025 after a brief 2024 release for health reasons and is now held in Zanjan central prison.
- Could Narges Mohammadi unite Iran’s opposition? Husband says imprisoned Nobel laureate still fighting
Narges Mohammadi, an imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate and human rights activist, remains a symbol of resistance despite severe physical and political repression. Her husband, Taghi Rahmani, reports she was brutally arrested, beaten, and is now in critical health at Zanjan prison, with authorities refusing medical transfers. Mohammadi's activism against the Islamic Republic's regime has positioned her as a potential unifying figure for Iran's opposition amid ongoing crises.
- ‘No regrets’: Venezuela’s Machado defends giving Nobel medal to Trump
Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, gave her Nobel Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump after he captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Machado stated she has no regrets about the gesture.
- Venezuela’s Machado to hold Madrid rally as opposition frozen out after Maduro capture
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado will hold a rally in Madrid to revive her push for political change amid U.S. backing of Delcy Rodríguez and delays in democratic transition. She was sidelined by Donald Trump after the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, vowing 'Venezuela will be free' in a Nobel Peace Prize-winning interview.