Venezuela Closes Embassy in Oslo
Norway's foreign ministry confirmed that Venezuela suddenly closed its embassy in Oslo.
This closure comes after Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela's opposition leader, won the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to restore democracy and free elections.
The Nobel Peace Prize is always chosen by the Norwegian Nobel Committee and awarded in Oslo, but is independent and has no ties to the Norwegian government.
- The embassy's phone was not being answered and was then disconnected, according to Oslo newspaper VG.
- Opponents of Nobel Peace Prize winners often blame Norway or its government for the selection, despite the Norwegian Nobel Committee's independence.
Author's summary: Venezuela closes Oslo embassy after Nobel Peace Prize win.