The Inside Story - Voice of America

The Inside Story is a 25-minute weekly television program produced by the Voice of America News Center and hosted by a rotating group of VOA reporters. Each week, The Inside Story provides a wide and deep examination of one issue in the news, using VOA’s worldwide reporting strength.

The Inside Story - Biden’s Africa Outreach | 146 - May 30, 2024

The White House puts Africa front and center as President Biden welcomes Kenyan President William Ruto, celebrating six decades of partnership. This week on Inside Story: Biden’s Africa Outreach.

05-30
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The Inside Story - NATO and the Russia Threat | 144 - May 16, 2024

This week on The Inside Story: NATO conducts an airborne training exercise in Sweden featuring paratroopers. American politicians navigate the complexities of U.S. relations in Africa. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues as Kyiv strives to maintain control over a nearly 1,000km front line. Don't miss this week's episode of The Inside Story: NATO and the Russian Threat.

05-16
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The Inside Story - Gaza War: Widening Crisis | 143 - May 09, 2024

Tensions rise as the Israeli military makes a move into Rafah, while negotiations for a ceasefire hang in the balance. University protests across the U.S. are gaining momentum, with politicians racing to connect with the youth vote and make sense of the unrest. This week on The Inside Story...Gaza War: Widening Crisis.

05-09
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The Inside Story - World Press Freedom Day | Episode 142 - May 02, 2024

As UNESCO marks World Press Freedom Day on May 3, we celebrate the dedication of journalists and independent media in delivering credible news to audiences in censored countries. This week on The Inside Story: World Press Freedom Day. #PressFreedom #TheInsideStory

05-02
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The Inside Story - Politics, US Aid and War | Episode 141 - April 25, 2024

An inside look at the massive foreign aid bill approved by lawmakers in Washington. Find out more about the targets of the bill, including Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, and the Indo-Pacific. Plus, explore the role of artificial intelligence in the upcoming U.S. presidential election. This week on The Inside Story Politics, US Aid and War.

04-25
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The Inside Story - Mideast Tensions | Episode 140 - April 18, 2024

In a historic moment, Iran launches a direct attack on Israel with hundreds of missiles, resulting in minimal damage. In Nigeria, the fate of dozens of young girls kidnapped by Boko Haram remains a mystery ten years after hundreds were abducted. This week on the Inside Story: Mideast Tension.

04-18
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The Inside Story - Israel Hamas: Six Months of War | Episode 138 - April 11, 2024

We cover the aftermath of the Hamas attack on Israel in Gaza six months ago. The UN has warned of a potential famine in the Palestinian territories, and the White House is discussing US-Israel policy. This week on the Inside Story - Israel Hamas: Six Months of War.

04-11
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The Inside Story - Flashpoint Israel-Hamas | Episode 138 - April 04, 2024

Outrage from around the world following the killing of aid workers in Gaza by Israeli forces. Six months after a deadly attack by Hamas militants into Israel. An update on the Israeli response and what's coming next. This week on The Inside Story: Flashpoint Israel-Hamas.

04-04
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The Inside Story - A Free Press Matters, Countering Censorship | Episode 137 - March 28, 2024

This week on The Inside Story: American journalists remain jailed in Russia with no end in sight. Explore the challenges facing the hope for a free media in Venezuela. Front line journalists give updates on the third year of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Inside Story - A Free Press Matters, Countering Censorship | 137

03-28
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The Inside Story - Haiti in Crisis | Episode 136 - March 21, 2024

This week on The Inside Story: Haiti in Crisis. We report on the Caribbean nation as the situation continues to slide further into chaos. CARICOM, the regional organization, continues to work on a political solution and hopes to find one soon.

03-21
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The Inside Story: USA VOTES 2024 | Episode 135 - March 14, 2024

The election season is in full swing in America as leaders of both parties ramp up their campaigns from Super Tuesday to the State of the Union. Former President Donald Trump secures big wins, while President Joe Biden addresses Americans about the state of the union. This week on The Inside Story: USA VOTES 2024.

03-14
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The Inside Story - A River at Risk | Episode 133 - February 29, 2024

Tens of millions of Americans are caught in a multi-state battle for water as the worst drought in more than a thousand years grips the Colorado River. We explore how life is adapting to an uncertain future with less water in the American Southwest. This week on the Inside Story: A River at Risk.

02-29
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The Inside Story - The Death of Navalny | Episode 132 - February 22, 2024

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has been found dead in a Russian prison. The world reacts to the death of the outspoken critic of Vladimir Putin. This week on The Inside Story: The death of Navalny.

02-22
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The Inside Story - Journalism and Conflicts | Episode 131 - February 15, 2024

We continue our focus on press freedom around the world. We delve into the challenges of reporting on the Israeli war in Gaza, where journalists face significant risks. In Ukraine, journalists not only document the ongoing conflict but also investigate potential war crimes. This week on The Inside Story: Journalism and Conflicts.

02-15
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The Inside Story - Strikes and Counterstrikes | Episode 130 - February 08, 2024

We are reporting on the situation in the Middle East. The U.S. and Britain have launched missile strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi fighters in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. Meanwhile, in the U.S., a divided Congress is debating a bipartisan Senate bill that addresses the border crisis and provides funding for Ukraine. This week on The Inside Story, Strikes and Counterstrikes.

02-08
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The Inside Story - Military Conflicts | Episode 129 - February 01, 2024

The deaths of three American soldiers in Jordan have increased US engagement in the Middle East and raised worries about a potential larger military conflict. Furthermore, Israel is carrying out a continued offensive in Gaza, four months after a devastating attack by Hamas. This week on the Inside Story: Military Conflicts

02-01
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The Inside Story - Global Flashpoints | Episode 128 - January 25, 2024

We cover the direct military action taken by American troops against Houthi rebels in the Middle East. Additionally, we discuss the American efforts to assist Ukraine in its fight against Russia, as well as the heightened tensions in the Pacific following the recent Taiwan elections. This week on the Inside Story, Global Flashpoints

01-26
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The Inside Story - Expanding Tensions | Episode 127 - January 18, 2024

It has been over 100 days since Hamas terrorists attacked Israel, resulting in the deaths of more than 1200 people, according to the Israeli government's report. In response, Palestinians claim that Israeli retaliation has killed nearly 24 thousand people. Join us as we cover the escalating tensions in the region and the growing global calls for a cease-fire. This week on The Inside Story: Expanding Tensions

01-18
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The Inside Story - The Year Ahead | Episode 126 - January 11, 2024

We delve into the fascinating possibilities that await us in the coming year. From global elections and potential conflicts to groundbreaking technological advancements, 2024 holds both promise and anxiety. This week on the Inside Story: The Year Ahead.

01-11
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The Inside Story - Nature Crimes | Episode 124 - December 28, 2023

We travel to Ghana to investigate environmental crimes and those who are breaking the laws designed to protect the world in which we live. This week on The Inside Story: Nature Crimes

12-28
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