US Pushes Allies To Blacklist Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

International

The United States has directed its diplomats to urge allied governments to formally blacklist Iran’s  and Hezbollah, expanding Washington’s campaign to build broader international pressure on Tehran and its regional network. The move comes amid heightened conflict in the Middle East and

International

US Designates Afghanistan Over Wrongful Detention

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

The United States has designated Afghanistan as a state sponsor of wrongful detention, accusing the Taliban of using foreign detainees as leverage in what Washington described as hostage diplomacy. The move marks a further hardening of the US position toward the Taliban-led administration and puts renewed focus on Americans still believed to be detained in […]

International

Rubio Defends Venezuela Operation at Senate Hearing

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that the recent US operation in Venezuela should not be viewed as an act of war, defending the move during a Senate hearing amid questions over its legality and intent. Operation Not Meant to Trigger War Rubio said the action was a limited and targeted operation carried […]

International

Jaishankar Meets Rubio, Congratulates US Condolence Gesture

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2025

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Canada. Jaishankar thanked Rubio for his expression of condolences over the recent explosion near New Delhi’s Red Fort that killed multiple people, describing the gesture as […]

International

Marco Rubio Calls India “Critical” Partner After Jaishankar Meeting

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India is of “critical importance” to the United States following his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New York. He underlined India’s significance in areas such as trade, defence, energy, pharmaceuticals, and critical minerals. Topics Discussed During the talks, the two leaders discussed bilateral trade

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Jaishankar to Meet Rubio Amid H-1B Fee Row

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. The meeting is scheduled for 11:00 AM EST (8:30 PM IST). Agenda: Visa Fee and Trade Tensions The agenda is expected to focus on the recent U.S. move to impose […]

International

Rubio Endorses Israel’s Plan to Defeat Hamas

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

During a visit to Jerusalem, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed full support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to destroy Hamas. Rubio emphasized that eliminating Hamas and freeing all hostages are top priorities. On Airstrikes and Ceasefire Talks Rubio declined to back ceasefire proposals at this time. He also refrained from criticizing […]

Op-Eds Opinion

No Trade Deal Until Soros Lapdogs Navarro and Bessent Undercut Trump’s Words

By BPN News Desk September 14, 2025

America today is speaking out of both sides of its mouth when it comes to India. On the stage, President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio shower New Delhi with praise, calling India an indispensable partner in stabilizing Asia, a bulwark against Chinese aggression, and a friend that shares democratic values. Sergio Gor backs […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Trump and His Minions Rage, Modi Stays Silent – Because Silence Is Golden

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

The week has been filled with the predictable chorus of noise from Washington’s most loyal Trump allies. Peter Navarro dusted off his megaphone to declare that Ukraine’s conflict is somehow “Modi’s war,” as if New Delhi were secretly pulling strings in Eastern Europe. Scott Bessent, never to be left behind, accused India of “profiteering” on […]

International

Marco Rubio Blames India for Fueling Russia, Blocking Trade

By BPN News Desk August 1, 2025

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly criticized India’s trade and energy policies, accusing New Delhi of indirectly helping Russia and obstructing progress in U.S.–India trade negotiations. His comments mark a sharp escalation in diplomatic tone amid growing economic friction between the two countries. Russian Oil Purchases Under Scrutiny Rubio said India’s