https://editorials.voa.gov Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries https://editorials.voa.gov/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US-POLICY/img/logo.png https://editorials.voa.gov en 2026 - VOA 60 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:23:54 -0400 Pangea CMS – VOA "America’s greatness has always rested in the strength of its workforce." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/labor-day-2026/8193722.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/labor-day-2026/8193722.html Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 AmericasIdeals and Institutions Juan Carlos Valencia Gonzáles, a.k.a. ‘Pelón,’ is the leader of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8193718.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8193718.html Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:01:19 -0400 Rewards for FugitivesAmericas These gangs have now publicly admitted that their goal is  to prevent Haitian voters from exercising their rights to cast ballots in future elections. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/haitians-deserve-peace-and-security/8193714.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/haitians-deserve-peace-and-security/8193714.html Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Americas By investing in a proven private operator with a track record of scaling production in the country, who will be able to raise private American capital to fund capital expenditures, Venezuela has a historic opportunity to revitalize its key sector, drive oil output growth, and grow its economy. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-secures-biggest-oil-deal-in-history/8193716.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-secures-biggest-oil-deal-in-history/8193716.html Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:51:00 -0400 Americas Aid is beginning to reach those in need. Hamas has agreed to disarm in full. The IDF is pulling back. And the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza is authorized to move in. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-s-plan-is-the-only-way-forward-in-gaza/8192798.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/president-trump-s-plan-is-the-only-way-forward-in-gaza/8192798.html Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:30:00 -0400 Middle East U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio formally rescinded Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism (SST), following the conclusion of the mandatory 45-day Congressional notification period. In an action taken on August 24, Secretary Rubio also delisted Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham’s (HTS) designation as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). “These actions,” the Secretary said, “represent another historic step by President Trump to give the Syrian people a path to prosperity.”... https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8191796.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8191796.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:26:00 -0400 Middle EastSecurity “there will be no refuge for violent extremists who wage war on our civilization and plot to undermine law and order, destroy critical infrastructure, assault political opponents, or conceal their crimes from authorities." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-far-left-terrorism/8191198.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-far-left-terrorism/8191198.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasEuropeMiddle EastSecurity The World Food Program now projects an additional 45 million people will suffer from acute food insecurity globally. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/united-states-remains-committed-to-feeding-the-hungry/8190750.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/united-states-remains-committed-to-feeding-the-hungry/8190750.html Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AfricaAmericasAsiaEuropeMiddle EastAid U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently announced the launch of Operation Economic Outcast – an unprecedented campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran and its enablers. “Our objective is to sever every economic lifeline that sustains this tyrannical regime until Tehran stands alone,” Secretary Bessent declared. Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, “America is no longer managing the Iranian threat. We are ending it.” U.S. Armed Forces have laid the groundwork for... https://editorials.voa.gov/a/treasury-department-launches-operation-economic-outcast/8190321.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/treasury-department-launches-operation-economic-outcast/8190321.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:28:00 -0400 Middle EastTrade Secretary Rubio designated three leaders of the sanctioned Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). https://editorials.voa.gov/a/holding-the-cuban-regime-accountable/8189911.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/holding-the-cuban-regime-accountable/8189911.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Americas Aliens were charged between $1,500 and $40,000 by the group for their smuggling services.  https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cracking-down-on-international-alien-smuggling/8188618.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cracking-down-on-international-alien-smuggling/8188618.html Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasSecurity President Donald Trump announced the launch of what he called an Economic D-Day against Iran - “the most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-launches-economic-d-day-against-iran/8189904.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/trump-launches-economic-d-day-against-iran/8189904.html Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:20:40 -0400 Middle EastEconomySecurity The ICC has repeatedly attempted to assert authority over nationals of the United States and other countries that have not consented to its jurisdiction or ratified the Rome Statute. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/new-steps-to-end-icc-abuses-of-power/8188437.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/new-steps-to-end-icc-abuses-of-power/8188437.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasGovernance The United States has identified three priority threats in its recent national counterterrorism strategy: narco-terrorists and transnational gangs, Islamist terrorists, and violent left-wing extremists. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-the-terrorist-threat/8188037.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/countering-the-terrorist-threat/8188037.html Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasAfricaAsiaEuropeMiddle EastDefense During his remarks, the Secretary stressed the importance of operationalizing the coalition against narco-terrorism in the region. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-calls-on-regional-partners-to-fight-cartels/8187350.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-calls-on-regional-partners-to-fight-cartels/8187350.html Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Americas The U.S. Department of State has announced a historic $2 Billion investment in health and humanitarian assistance to faith-based and community organizations that provide global health and humanitarian assistance around the world. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8186976.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/8186976.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:47:08 -0400 AfricaAmericasAsiaEuropeMiddle EastAid Foreigners who willfully misrepresent the purpose of their travel or entry into the United States may be permanently ineligible for a U.S. visa or entry to the United States. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-acts-to-end-birth-tourism/8186325.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-acts-to-end-birth-tourism/8186325.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Americas Within hours of the earthquake, the Department of State announced $15.5 million in life-saving emergency shelter, food, and protection assistance, in addition to post-earthquake structural assessments. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-to-help-colombia-earthquake-victims/8185641.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-to-help-colombia-earthquake-victims/8185641.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasAid The United States is committed to eliminating narco-terrorist cartels that threaten the American people. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-offers-rewards-for-cjng-cartel-members/8185463.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-offers-rewards-for-cjng-cartel-members/8185463.html Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasSecurity “Iran’s shadow banking system is buckling under Economic Fury, and the regime is running out of ways to move money.” https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-dismantles-iranian-regime-s-global-clandestine-currency-network/8184794.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-dismantles-iranian-regime-s-global-clandestine-currency-network/8184794.html Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Middle EastTrade