Data loophole exposed near White House: Democratic lawmakers

IANS | May 22, 2026 7:55 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) Democratic lawmakers have accused the US Justice Department of failing to protect some of America’s most sensitive government sites from the sale of mobile phone location data that could be exploited by China, Iran and other foreign adversaries using artificial intelligence tools.

US bill seeks fast-track sanctions on China

IANS | May 22, 2026 7:49 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) Two senior Republican lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at accelerating sanctions against Chinese entities linked to Beijing’s military-industrial complex, arguing that the United States can no longer delay action against what they described as threats tied to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

Ukraine intelligence support stays in focus in US Senate bill

IANS | May 22, 2026 7:33 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) A key US Senate intelligence panel has advanced a sweeping intelligence authorisation bill that includes provisions to sustain American intelligence support for Ukraine, deepen cooperation with Indo-Pacific allies including India, and tighten oversight of artificial intelligence exports amid rising concerns over China and Russia.

US lawmaker seeks biotech curbs on China

IANS | May 22, 2026 7:11 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) A top House Republican on China has urged the Treasury Department to block American investments in Chinese biotechnology companies, warning that US capital and expertise are helping Beijing dominate the global pharmaceutical sector.

Trump, Marco Rubio intensify pressure on Cuba

IANS | May 22, 2026 6:50 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified pressure on Cuba, describing the island nation as a failed state and a continuing national security threat to the United States.

Trump, Rubio sharpen warnings to Iran

IANS | May 22, 2026 6:25 AM

Washington, May 22 (IANS) US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio mixed warnings with diplomacy in their latest comments on Iran, stressing that Tehran would not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons.

India, Egypt condemn Pahalgam and Red Fort attacks

IANS | May 21, 2026 11:08 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) India and Egypt underscored the importance of bilateral cooperation in countering terrorism, reflecting the spirit of the India-Egypt Strategic Partnership at the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

India is a 'great partner','great ally', trip to focus on energy, quad: Rubio

IANS | May 21, 2026 11:06 PM

Washington, May 21, (IANS) Ahead of his visit to India, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington wants to expand energy ties with New Delhi and deepen coordination through the Quad, while describing India as a "great ally" and "great partner" amid global supply disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz.