'Unacceptable': India condemns attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast

IANS | May 14, 2026 1:47 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday strongly condemned the attack on an Indian-flagged cargo vessel off the coast of Oman, describing the incident as “unacceptable” and expressing concern over continued attacks on commercial shipping and civilian mariners in the region.

China threat fuels push for more B-21 bombers: US Air Force

IANS | May 14, 2026 9:00 AM

Washington, May 14 (IANS) Senior US Air Force officials told lawmakers that the rapidly evolving threat from China is forcing the Pentagon to reassess whether the planned fleet of 100 B-21 bombers will be enough, as Congress pressed the military on ageing aircraft, tanker vulnerabilities and drone threats.