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Jul 3, 2016

On today's show we're focusing on the Ramadan Massacres taking place throughout the Middle East. Our Iraqi voice, Khanna says the bombings in Baghdad are being played down by the US media. The New York Times is reporting 120 people were killed in the Sunday attack, but our voice says it's much closer to 200.
Then we're headed to Turkey to speak with returning guest Oguz about the Istanbul airport attacks which left more than 45 people dead. He'll explain why he thinks the Turkish government is in bed with ISIS.
Finally, we're speaking with a Bangladeshi voice about the cafe attacks where more than 20 people lost their lives last week.
Apparently we are supposed to sit back and listen to the mainstream media push a polished, packaged version of the truth: that ISIS is far from being eliminated.

Jun 27, 2016

The popular media dubbed Britain's "shocking" exit from the EU the "Brexit." Maybe a cute name can hide the truth: the public is fed up with the way the world is working. Meanwhile Americans are left wondering if what happened to the EU last week is just a preview of the upcoming 2016 Election?
We'll speak to a Russian voice to see what the disintegration of the European Union means to Putin The Powerful.
It appears Kim Jong Un hates the world's focus being on anyone else. The Kid Dictator threw a missile tantrum and threatened the United States...Again.

Jun 20, 2016

On today's show Tony will cover the Middle East's reaction to the Orlando mass shooting as well as how the foreign media portrays the incident.
With the fallout from last Sunday's shooting, Trump is on the campaign trail calling for a US immigration overhaul. Is this the best way to ensure America's security?
This week, the president escalated the NATO presence in Europe. Is this an appropriate response to Russia's aggression in the region? What will Putin actually do?

Jun 17, 2016

TERROR IN FLA: Gay nightclub targeted. . .At least 50 dead. . .Omar Saddiq Mateen ID’d as killer. . .Police suspect radical Islamic motives. Hear global reaction from VTA’s voices in Europe, Middle East.

TEAM PLAYER: al-Qaeda chief pledges allegiance to Taliban. . .Simpatico with new Taleb leader. . .Will this change terror? How does this impact US troops in Af-Pak? The drone war? Hear from VTA’s “citizen journalists” in Af-Pak.

BREXIT: Polls show UK voters want exit from EU. . .Cameron nervous. . .What impact could UK exit have? Impact on US? Hear from VTA’s Euro voices.

NATO-RIOUS: Obama plays war games in Poland. . .Putin threatens retaliation for NATO build-up. What is Putin prepared to do? Hear from VTA’s Russian voices.

Jun 6, 2016

GOAT: Ali passes. . .Global impact on Islam, civil rights, war & sports. . .Hear from VTA’s “citizen journalists” in Africa, Middle East, Europe.

ISIS ALERT: US embassy in S Africa warns of “near-term” attacks against Americans. . .Europe also on alert.  VTA special report.

BATTLE FALLUJAH, RAQQA: ISIS strongholds threatened by variety of forces. . .If these cities fall, can ISIS survive? Hear from VTA’s Iraqi voices.

Jun 6, 2016

CANCEL? Doctors, scientists organize and call for Olympics to be canceled or moved due to Zika. . .How bad is it? Hear from VTA’s voices in Brazil.

TERROR SUPPORT? US forces in Syria wear Kurd patches. . .Turkey accuses US of supporting terror group. . .Is YPG a terror group? Hear from VTA’s Turkish voices.

MEET THE NEW BOSS: Taliban name new leader after US kills old leader. . .Will this help Obama negotiate a peace deal? VTA special report.

Jun 6, 2016

DRONED: US kills Taliban leader in Af-Pak. . .Afghan government confirms kill. . .What impact will his death have? Hear from VTA’s Af-Pak voices.

EGYPTAIR: What caused the crash? What impact will this have on airport security? Hear from VTA’s Egyptian & Euro voices.

SECRET SYRIAN VISIT: Top US commander visits Syria. . .Why? VTA special report.

FAR RIGHT: Austrians on brink of electing 1st ultra-conservative president since WW2. . .Immigration is key issue. . .Is this a tipping point for Europe? For America? Hear from VTA’s Euro voices.

May 20, 2016

ISIS declares a state of emergency in Syria. Is ISIS running for cover or is the American populous being lied to again?

Then we speak to a Mexican voice about the latest American election-related developments South of the border.

Finally we'll discuss the Holocaust cartoon contest in Iran. You know, The United States' latest ally? Now that Iran has American backing, this seems like the best time for what they call, "freedom of expression."

May 15, 2016

London just elected its first Muslim mayor. We'll discuss the election outcome with our British correspondent.

This week, more details about the Iran nuclear deal became public and it's clear that the American people were fleeced by the Obama administration. One of Obama's aides criticized the media's lack of coverage in the region. We'll talk to our Iranian voice about what actually happened in the nuclear deal and their election.

Apr 28, 2016

North Korea has tested a submarine-launched ballistic missile. Voice to America speaks to defense analyst Riki Ellington about what this latest test means to the rest of the world.

Then we're speaking to our British voice about the UK's vote to leave the EU and what the US is doing behind the scenes to prevent a Brexit.

Apr 20, 2016

On this week's show, we speak to a voice in the Middle East about Obama's trip to visit the Saudi King and what the release of the 28 missing pages could mean for the United States' relationship with Saudi Arabia.

Then we're headed south of the equator where the Brazilian president, Dilma Rousseff is trying to prevent her impeachment. We'll discuss the ramifications of a new election and why it's important to the world.

Also, there are reports that the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan is littered with Al-Qaeda fighters. We'll discuss the news with our Pakistani voice and figure out why there's a "resurgence" in the area.

Apr 14, 2016

This week we've got the Panama Papers in the VTA crosshairs. Why aren't any Americans being named?

We're also discussing North Korea's new missile which Un claims can reach the continental United States. And finally, we're continuing the series on how the world views the US elections.

Apr 7, 2016

On today's show we're going to Syria to discuss the latest Russian aggression in the region. Russia isn't taking the "cessation of hostilities" seriously.

Then Voice to America will get an Iranian's reaction to Obama's proclamation that Iran isn't following the "spirit" of the nuclear deal.

And finally, we'll head east and speak with our Pakistani voice Hilaly to discuss the US elections.

Mar 31, 2016

On this weeks show we head to Europe and discuss the reaction to last week’s bombings in Brussels. Our French voice weighs in on the Belgian authorities taking responsibility for the attacks. And later in the show we talk to our Iranian voice about Obama’s latest “bait” video sent to Iran that tries to explain how great a relationship with the US is. 

Mar 24, 2016

This week we discuss President Obama’s trip to Cuba, "The conquered Obama is visiting the conquerer, Raul Castro," says our Cuban voice.  We travel to Turkey to discuss the bombings on a crowded, tourist filled street. And we dissect Putin’s latest move in Syria with Yuri, our Russian voice. 

Mar 17, 2016

TOO MUCH, OR JUST ENOUGH? Violence enters US elections. Trump “can expect” regular “attacks." Is this a tipping point for US politics? Hear global reaction.

TEST OR VIOLATION: Iran tests missiles. Obama, Iran say does not violate nuke deal. Hear from VTA’s Iranian voices.

OBAMA BLAMES UK: Libya crisis is Europe’s fault. Obama singles out David Cameron. Hear what British voices have to say about Obama’s analysis.

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