Fears are growing that a Russian invasion of eastern Ukraine may be imminent.  And now a top U.S. official is voicing similar concerns about Moscow's intentions .  VOA's Jeff Seldin reports from the Pentagon.

Washington's Russian Worries

Fears are growing that a Russian invasion of eastern Ukraine may be imminent.  One top U.S. official is echoing those worries but President Obama says give the sanctions time. VOA's Jeff Seldin reports from the Pentagon.

Washington Russia Worries Update

The deaths of as many of two U.S. citizens fighting in Syria alongside the group known as the Islamic State  are raising fears about the number of Americans who have flocked to the jihadist cause... and fears of an Islamic State attack back in the U.S.  VOA’s Jeff Seldin has more from the Pentagon.


Islamic State - American Recruits

The deaths of as many of two U.S. citizens fighting in Syria  alongside the group known as the Islamic State are raising fears about the number of Americans who have flocked to the jihadist cause... and fears of an Islamic State attack back in the U.S.  VOA’s Jeff Seldin has more from the Pentagon.

Concerns about the capabilities of U.S. intelligence agencies have been steadily rising, sparked in part by comments from President Barack Obama that they "underestimated" the rise of the group known as Islamic State.  But far from an intelligence failure, insiders and analysts warn the furor is symptomatic of larger problems that could haunt the U.S. in years to come. VOA's Jeff Seldin has more.

US Intel and ISIL

Not satisfied with its brutal effectiveness in battle, the group known as the Islamic State has pursued a brazen social media strategy, one that combines online predation and marketing savvy.  It is an approach, experts say, which has helped the terror group to rise above its competitors while also ensnaring a growing number of Western converts. VOA’s Jeff Seldin reports.

IS Recruiting Tactics

The United States is preparing to send even more troops to Iraq to train and assist ground forces there to battle the Islamic State.  But behind the scenes, efforts are underway to make sure IS fighters don't find a way to bring the violence to Europe and the U.S.  VOA’s Jeff Seldin has more from Washington.

US Europe and Foreign Fighters

Top US officials say some inroads against the Islamic State's financial operations could soon leave the group stretched thin.  Still, there are concerns its not enough to slow down the IS advance.  VOA’s Jeff Seldin reports.

Islamic State Money Trail

The U.S. says significant progress is being made in the global fight against Ebola.  But health officials are now worried about a new enemy in the battle against an epidemic that's claimed more than 7,000 lives - overconfidence.  VOA’s Jeff Seldin reports from Washington.


US Ebola Latest

The United States is boosting its support for the Saudi-led air offensive In Yemen; but even as the United States becomes more involved, officials are keeping a wary eye on Iran and its involvement in the conflict.  VOA national security correspondent Jeff Seldin has more from the Pentagon.