https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3230 Editorials on Voice of America expressing U.S. policy toward the Americas https://editorials.voa.gov/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US-POLICY/img/logo.png https://editorials.voa.gov/z/3230 en 2026 - VOA 60 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:30:39 -0400 Pangea CMS – VOA “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 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 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 “Obviously, there’s a lot of work that has to happen to lay the groundwork for an election," said Secretary Rubio. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/steady-progress-in-venezuela/8183510.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/steady-progress-in-venezuela/8183510.html Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:04:00 -0400 AmericasDemocracy “For the first time in 15 or 20 years, the vast majority of countries in the Western Hemisphere are now led by pro-U.S. leaders and governments since President [Donald] Trump was elected." https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-expresses-support-for-bolivian-government/8183099.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-expresses-support-for-bolivian-government/8183099.html Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:55:00 -0400 Americas Scientific progress must never come at the expense of public safety or national security. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-ends-gain-of-function-research/8182434.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-ends-gain-of-function-research/8182434.html Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:56:12 -0400 Americas The report, “Cuba, the Capital of 21st Century Communism,” details seven decades of the Cuban regime’s subversion. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-responds-to-threats-posed-by-cuba/8180740.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-responds-to-threats-posed-by-cuba/8180740.html Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:18:00 -0400 Americas The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned over 50 Mexican individuals and entities linked to the terrorist group Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG). https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-strikes-at-the-heart-of-mexican-drug-cartel/8180529.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-strikes-at-the-heart-of-mexican-drug-cartel/8180529.html Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:34:00 -0400 Americas U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomed Otero Alcántara, calling him ‘courageous’. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-welcomes-dissident-cuban-artist/8175736.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/u-s-welcomes-dissident-cuban-artist/8175736.html Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:52:47 -0400 AmericasHuman Rights The Treasury Department will do its part to identify illicit funding; dismantle the networks that fund political terrorism; pursue those who enable political violence; and deepen collaboration with international allies for as long as this work requires.  https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cutting-off-the-financial-lifeblood-of-political-terrorists/8174728.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/cutting-off-the-financial-lifeblood-of-political-terrorists/8174728.html Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 AmericasSecurity The President signed National Security Presidential Memorandum number 7, outlining a comprehensive strategy to investigate and disrupt Antifa terror networks and their allies.  https://editorials.voa.gov/a/ministerial-on-the-resurgence-of-political-terrorism/8174417.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/ministerial-on-the-resurgence-of-political-terrorism/8174417.html Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:04:26 -0400 AmericasDefense In recent years, the ICC has claimed the right to prosecute and even imprison American servicemen and officials operating on behalf of America’s national interest, despite the U.S. not being a signatory. https://editorials.voa.gov/a/dismantling-the-international-criminal-court/8173923.html https://editorials.voa.gov/a/dismantling-the-international-criminal-court/8173923.html Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:11:41 -0400 AmericasDemocracyHuman Rights