Has the Nobel Peace Prize become a trophy only for Western ideology? A look at history of past awardees

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her push for democratic change. The committee cited her unifying role and advocacy for free elections. However, her pro-US foreign policy stances and ties to Israel's Likud party have ignited debate, with critics questioning the award's geopolitical implications and historical precedents.