Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:16am on 18 Jun 2026,Thursday India Global
US President Donald Trump assured India of American support in the event of an attack, saying the US would stand by India as long as Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains its leader. Speaking alongside Modi, Trump described US-India ties as strong and praised Modi as a tough negotiator who deeply cares for both India and the United States. He also said India plays a significant role in West Asia under Modi’s leadership. Addressing the deaths of three Indian sailors in a US strike, Trump expressed sympathy. Modi highlighted maritime security, stressing the importance of protecting Indian seafarers and ensuring freedom of navigation worldwide.
