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The world held its breath, but when the highly anticipated announcement for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize finally came, it wasn’t the name he had so ardently campaigned for. Instead, the prestigious honor was bestowed upon Maria Corina Machado, a figure recognized for her unwavering dedication to democratic rights in Venezuela. The news sent shockwaves, particularly to the former president, who had spent months building a narrative around his own unparalleled contributions to global peace. His reaction was swift and furious, a public display of outrage that saw him decrying the decision as an “embarrassment” to Norway itself, seemingly unaware or unwilling to acknowledge the independent nature of the awarding committee. His claims escalated, insisting that throughout history, no one could possibly be more deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize than himself, dismissing the committee’s choice and doubling down on his own perceived greatness. The clash between his expectations and reality created a palpable tension, leaving many to wonder how this narrative would possibly resolve itself, especially given his past criticisms of previous winners.
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