Former US Security Adviser warns Trump policies driving allies away

IANS | July 13, 2026 7:36 AM

Washington, July 13 (IANS) Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer has warned that countries across Europe, Asia and the Middle East are reducing their dependence on the United States, arguing that President Donald Trump’s policies are weakening American partnerships and imposing economic costs at home.

Nikki Haley rules out bid for US senate seat

IANS | July 13, 2026 7:13 AM

Washington, July 13 (IANS) Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley will not run in the special election to replace Senator Lindsey Graham, her spokesperson said on Sunday, ending early speculation about the prominent Indian American Republican’s political plans.

Netanyahu backs Iran talks, eyes end to US aid

IANS | July 13, 2026 6:19 AM

Washington, July 13 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backed US President Donald Trump’s effort to negotiate a nuclear agreement with Iran and said Israel could gradually reduce US military assistance to zero as it becomes increasingly capable of defending itself.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran

IANS | July 13, 2026 6:16 AM

Washington, July 13 (IANS) The United States launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran after Iranian forces fired at commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, further straining a fragile ceasefire between the two countries.

Trump mourns ‘unique’ ally Lindsey Graham

IANS | July 12, 2026 10:23 PM

Washington, July 12 (IANS) US Senator Lindsey Graham, a powerful Republican voice on national security and one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies, has died after a brief and sudden illness. He was 71.

China's stance during West Asia conflict showcases Iran as its second-tier partner: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:25 PM

London, July 12 (IANS) China considers Iran as a second-tier partner while Pakistan continues to occupy a first-tier position. That asymmetry showcased during the recent conflict in West Asia as China did not send a single warship, missile battery or a soldier after the Israeli and American strikes killed Iran's then-Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior military officials, a report has claimed.