Articles - Júlia Riera

Articles

Published work highlighting global issues, foreign policy, and human rights through deep reporting, field coverage, and political analysis

Diari Ara • 5th November 2024

Botons d'alarma i vidres antibales: així és el dispositiu de seguretat de les eleccions als EUA

(Article in Catalan) A news feature examining the unprecedented security measures, threat responses, and protective infrastructure implemented across the United States for the electoral process.

Diari Ara • 1st November 2024

"Antes no podía ni asomarse por la ventana": los salvadoreños que avalan la mano dura de Bukele

(Article in Spanish) A feature report examining security policies and human rights in El Salvador, exploring the impact of the government's gang crackdown from the perspective of local communities.

Voz de América • 19th August 2024

Asociaciones luchan en Washington para hacer frente al aumento de personas sin hogar

(Article in Spanish) A feature report examining the rising homelessness crisis in Washington, D.C., and the civil organizations working to provide housing solutions, mental health support, and social integration.

Voz de América • 22nd July 2023

"No puedes vivir sin ellos": exadicta a los opioides

(Article in Spanish) An in-depth feature exploring the devastating impact of the fentanyl crisis in the United States through personal testimony, expert analysis, and addiction recovery programs.

Voz de América • 7th November 2022

¿Cómo funciona el sistema bicameral de EEUU y qué se vota en las elecciones de medio término?

(Article in Spanish) A political explainer detailing the keys, stakes, and institutional impact of the United States midterm elections.

Voice of America • 11th July 2022

What Happened to the Cuban Protesters Arrested a Year Ago?

Report examining the aftermath of historic anti-government protests in Cuba, detailing the crackdown, arbitrary arrests, and disproportionate prison sentences documented by international human rights organizations.

Voz de América • 6th May 2022

Vicepresidenta Parlamento europeo a la VOA: “Es muy desafortunado que en este momento la UE tenga un acuerdo con Cuba y Nicaragua”

(Article in Spanish) An exclusive political interview with European Parliament Vice-President Dita Charanzová, addressing the European Union's diplomatic agreements and foreign policy stance.