US Admiral says Iran ‘significantly weaker’ after strikes

IANS | May 20, 2026 7:42 AM

Washington, May 20 (IANS) Admiral Brad Cooper on defended the Trump administration’s military campaign against Iran, telling lawmakers that Tehran’s military capabilities had been “significantly degraded” following weeks of US-led operations across the Middle East.

Vance accuses Biden of asylum fraud

IANS | May 20, 2026 7:12 AM

Washington, May 20 (IANS) US Vice President JD Vance accused the previous Biden administration of allowing widespread abuse of the American asylum system and said the Trump administration was prosecuting immigration-related fraud while tightening border enforcement.

Trump unveils ‘drone-proof’ White House ballroom

IANS | May 20, 2026 7:08 AM

Washington, May 20 (IANS) US President Donald Trump described the new White House ballroom project as a “drone-proof” military-grade structure designed to protect the presidential complex, saying it would become “one of the most beautiful buildings” in Washington.

Vance says US ready for Iran deal or war

IANS | May 20, 2026 6:25 AM

Washington, May 20 (IANS) US Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration was pursuing intensive negotiations with Iran but warned Washington remained prepared to resume military operations if Tehran failed to agree to a deal preventing it from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Rubio to visit India from May 23-26 for key diplomatic talks

IANS | May 20, 2026 6:20 AM

Washington, May 20 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to India from May 23-26, visiting Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur and New Delhi, as Washington and New Delhi prepare for talks expected to focus on the Quad partnership, energy security, trade and defence cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East.

India pitches digital health revolution at World Health Assembly

IANS | May 19, 2026 11:47 PM

Geneva/New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Tuesday reiterated India’s commitment to equitable healthcare, digital innovation, and international cooperation during the plenary session of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.