Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has returned to the country after nearly a year in exile, announcing her arrival in a message on social media.

Venezuela opposition leader confirms return

Machado, a Nobel laureate, posted on X: “I am here. With you.” Her return follows diplomatic efforts aimed at easing Venezuela’s political gridlock.

The Venezuelan government under Nicolás Maduro considers Machado a fugitive and has accused her of advocating foreign military intervention in the country. She had made several unsuccessful attempts to return before her latest arrival.

US points to reconciliation talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said US-supported reconciliation talks created the conditions for Machado’s safe return. He said the talks had also led to the release of hundreds of political prisoners and the return of hundreds of opposition figures from exile.

Rubio called on Venezuelan political actors to support the talks and respect political freedoms. Asked about Machado’s return, US President Donald Trump said he hoped she was safe.

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