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January 29, 2015
Rebels Press Assault in Eastern Ukraine

Shelling reportedly rose after Russian aid convoy crossed into rebel-held territory last week; Kyiv says Moscow uses convoys to arm separatists
January 28, 2015
Ukrainian Military Leader Vows No Letup Against Rebels

But lieutenant colonel, in apparent call for more military aid, says West should stop pretending it is doing something and really help
January 23, 2015
Greece Could Shift to Left in Election

Campaign has been largely focused on Alexis Tsipras, whose enthusiastic supporters have lifted his Syriza party from 5 percent a few years ago to about 30 percent now
January 16, 2015
French Jews Feel Increased Threat After Attack

After attack on a kosher market in Paris last week, many members of country’s Jewish population - the largest in Europe - are more anxious about their safety
January 14, 2015
France's Charlie Hebdo Publishes Defiant Edition

The French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, which lost eight staff members in a militant Islamist attack on its offices in Paris last week, published a defiant edition on schedule Wednesday, again featuring a caricature of the Muslim Prophet Muhammed, amid expectations it would sell about 100 times its normal circulation. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from Paris.
January 14, 2015
Buyers Rush to Snag New 'Charlie Hebdo' Issue

Initial 3 million copy run of French satirical magazine targeted by Islamist militants is increased to 5 million due to high demand
January 13, 2015
Much Work to Do in France, But by Whom?

Most Muslims in France are quick to distance themselves from last week’s attacks on satirical magazine and kosher market, but they tend to blame French government
January 13, 2015
Much Work to Do in France, But by Whom?

Most Muslims in France were quick to distance themselves from last week’s attacks on a French satirical magazine and a kosher market. But they tend to blame the French government -- telling VOA’s Al Pessin in Paris the bloodshed is a reminder there is much to do to address the problems of the country’s disaffected minority youths.
January 11, 2015
French March for Freedom, Solidarity

Across France, nearly four million people – over a million in Paris alone – took part in unity rallies Sunday to express solidarity with the victims of last week’s terror attacks by Islamic extremists that left 17 people dead. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from Paris that marchers took to the streets to reaffirm democratic values in the face of the bloodshed.
January 08, 2015
Experts: France Attack Part of Cultural Disconnect

The attack on the French satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in Paris on Wednesday was not the first such clash between the European media and militant Islamists. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from London such incidents highlight a fundamental difference of values.
January 08, 2015
Experts: France Attack Part of Cultural Disconnect

Experts say violence part of a clash of values between Western view of press freedom, traditional Islamic views placing more emphasis on respect for authority
January 02, 2015
Human Traffickers Challenge Europe

Since patrols were curtailed, traffickers now set autopilot for coast of target country then abandon ship with scores of refugees still aboard
December 29, 2014
Russian Moves Provide New Mission for NATO

Moscow’s aggressive posturing in Europe during past year has pushed alliance to take new steps to strengthen its defenses, seek new purpose
December 28, 2014
Tough Iran Talks to Resume in 2015

After missing self-imposed November deadline, negotiators are again expected to tackle issue of Tehran’s nuclear program, possible lifting of sanctions
December 28, 2014
Tough Iran Talks to Resume in 2015

Talks aimed at ensuring that Iran cannot build a nuclear weapon, and ending international sanctions against it, missed a self-imposed deadline in 2014 and will resume next year. As VOA’s Al Pessin reports from London, experts say reaching an agreement is essential for both sides but will not be any easier in the new year.
December 16, 2014
Kerry Cites ‘Constructive Moves’ by Russia on Ukraine

Crediting sanctions, US secretary of state says drop in ruble's value, decline in oil prices also have added pressure on Moscow
December 10, 2014
Indian, Pakistani Nobel Peace Laureates Call for Action

As they received the Nobel Peace Prize at a ceremony in Oslo Wednesday, the teenaged Pakistani advocate of girls’ education, Malala Yousafzai, and long-time Indian children’s rights activist Kailash Satyarthi called for action now to improve the plight of disadvantaged young people around the world. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from London.
December 09, 2014
Ferguson, New York Incidents Harm US Image Abroad

Emotional scenes of funerals add to public reaction overseas, and some students from other nations say it hinders ability of United States to project its values
December 09, 2014
Ferguson, New York Incidents Harm US Image Abroad

Race relations in the United States are back on the global agenda after recent decisions not to indict police officers in the deaths of two African Americans in two separate cases: one in Missouri and the other in New York. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from London some people say the cases have hurt the image of the United States and maybe its ability to project its values.
December 09, 2014
Nobel Peace Prize Winners Call for Action on Children’s Rights

The Indian and Pakistani winners of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize have called on political and religious leaders to make children’s rights a priority, and to improve the lives of millions of children caught in a cycle of poverty, child labor and lack of education. VOA’s Al Pessin reports from London.

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