America will win, Iran defeated: White House to GOP lawmakers

IANS | March 3, 2026 8:23 AM

Washington, March 3 (IANS) The White House told Republican lawmakers on that “America will win” and that “the terrorist Iranian regime will be defeated,” as it defended President Donald Trump’s decision to launch major combat operations against Iran under “Operation Epic Fury.”

US has plans to curb oil price spike, protect shipping: Rubio

IANS | March 3, 2026 8:06 AM

Washington, March 3 (IANS) The United States has a plan to counter rising oil prices and protect global shipping lanes as it presses ahead with strikes aimed at crippling Iran’s missile arsenal and naval power, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at the US Capitol.

War powers fight erupts in Washington over Iran strikes

IANS | March 3, 2026 7:58 AM

Washington, March 3 (IANS) A fierce political battle erupted in Washington over President Donald Trump’s military campaign in Iran, with senior Republicans defending the action as lawful and necessary, while top Democrats accused the President of launching a war without Congressional approval.

Usha Vance stresses importance of literacy

IANS | March 3, 2026 7:50 AM

Washington, March 3 (IANS) US Second Lady Usha Vance underscored the importance of childhood literacy as she read to young patients at Children’s National Hospital.