Machado ready to meet Venezuela leader after shock return

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returned to Caracas after nearly a year in exile and said she was willing to meet interim president Delcy Rodríguez. The EU welcomed her return as an opportunity for dialogue, while the interim government has not set an election date.

• Machado returned to Venezuela after nearly a year in exile, and thousands gathered in Caracas to welcome her.· 1 source
• Her spokesperson said Machado was willing to meet Rodríguez or other officials in a transparent dialogue.· 1 source
• The interim government has promised elections but has not announced a date; Machado’s party wants elections in 2027 and for her to be eligible to run.· 1 source