US lawmakers target Chinese robots over security fears

IANS | June 4, 2026 9:28 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) A bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduced legislation that could ban Chinese-made robots from the American market, the latest move in Washington's widening effort to restrict Chinese technologies viewed as potential national security threats.

US seeking third-country options for Afghans in Pakistan

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:30 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the United States is working to find third-country resettlement options for Afghan allies stranded abroad, including many currently in Pakistan, as the Trump administration continues to review relocation policies for those who assisted American forces during the Afghanistan war.

India's Major Prabhat Mishra wins top honours at US Army college

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:16 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) An Indian Army officer was among the standout graduates at a prestigious US Army leadership programme, winning two major academic awards as nearly 1,000 military officers from the United States and partner nations completed advanced training at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

China competition now drives nearly every US diplomatic conversation, says Rubio

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:11 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that concerns over China's dominance in critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and strategic supply chains have become a central feature of virtually every major US diplomatic engagement, underscoring how competition with Beijing increasingly shapes American foreign policy worldwide.

Quad moves from dialogue to action: Rubio

IANS | June 4, 2026 7:56 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) The United States, India, Japan and Australia are moving beyond diplomatic consultations and launching practical initiatives on maritime security, infrastructure and regional resilience, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said, signalling a more action-oriented role for the Quad in the Indo-Pacific.