Lisa Bryant

Afghan Women Absent From Jobs — and Stories — in Media

Forced into exile, Afghan journalist Azita Nazimi is frustrated at not being able to report on issues affecting women still inside Afghanistan. Muska Safi and Lisa Bryant have the story for VOA, narrated by Shaista Sadat Lami.

Racist Attacks, Criticism of Tunisia's President Mount After Controversial Remarks

Developments raise concerns about volatileTunisia’s democratic future

France Revisits Relationship With Africa — Again

Ahead of four-nation visit, President Emmanuel Macron announces reduced French military presence on the continent, more ‘balanced’ ties

European Union Weighs Sanctions Against Russian Diamond Industry

Businesses in the diamond-trading hub of Antwerp, Belgium, worry penalties could result in job losses

EU Summit: Talk but No Big Decisions on Ukraine, Migration

Membership, jets and fences buzz words at Brussels meeting dominated by Zelenskyy visit

Zelenskyy Appearance Uncertain at EU Summit

Ukraine, migration and economy set to dominate two-day Brussels meeting

As EU Welcomes Ukraine’s Refugees, Other Newcomers Cry Foul

Surging numbers of asylum seekers are straining EU capacity and prompting tougher measures on illegal migration

Talk of Weapons, Membership Likely to Dominate EU-Ukraine Summit

Friday’s meeting among top Ukrainian and European officials to send message of solidarity

EU Slaps New Sanctions on Iran, Mulls More Against Russia

France's Baguette Becomes Another Ukraine War Casualty

After toasting UNESCO World Heritage status for iconic baguette, French bakers protest high overhead prices set off by Russia's war in Ukraine

France’s Pension Reform Plans Spark Protests  

Massive strikes and protests across the country are a first test for Macron’s latest reform bid

War in Ukraine Bolstered EU Solidarity—Will it Last?

As winter and hard times roll in, some analysts say European unity may show cracks

Ukraine’s War Has Bolstered European Union Solidarity— But Will it Last?

As winter and hard times bite, some analysts say European unity may show cracks

Many Leaving Tunisia as Democracy Unravels, Economy Founders

Exodus is seen as another blow to Arab Spring experiment 

Many Leaving Tunisia as Democracy Unravels, Economy Founders

Exodus of many in the younger population is another blow to the Arab Spring experiment

Tunisians Vote in First Election Since Presidential Power Grab

Turnout appeared low and indifference was high for this legislative election — seen by critics as another setback for Arab Spring’s only democracy

Apathy, Opposition Seen Ahead of Legislative Vote in Tunisia

Tunisians vote Saturday for a new parliament aimed to reflect President Kais Saied’s vision of grassroots politics. Observers predict low turnout among a disaffected electorate squeezed by a deep economic crisis. For VOA, Lisa Bryant reports from Tunis.

Alleged Qatar Corruption Scandal Rocks EU

European Union member states expressed alarm over allegations that Qatar bribed some European Parliament members to influence their decision making

Brussels Approves Groundbreaking Import Ban on Goods Linked to Deforestation

Environmental groups hail the legislation — unprecedented for Europe and the world — as a key first step

Brussels Reopens Painful Page With Start of Trial Over 2016 Terror Attacks

Ten men stand accused of attacks in Belgium airport and metro that killed 32 people and wounded hundreds more