Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held their first phone conversation since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, discussing developments in the Middle East and strengthening bilateral cooperation.
The call lasted around 40 minutes, with both leaders stressing the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure.
In a post on social media, PM Modi said the two reviewed progress in India-US ties and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership across sectors. He also highlighted discussions on West Asia and regional stability.
US envoy to India Sergio Gor described the conversation as “very positive and productive.”
US envoy Sergio Gor said President Donald Trump regularly keeps Prime Minister Narendra Modi updated on key global developments. In their latest phone call, Trump briefed Modi on the Middle East situation as well as broader India-US issues discussed in Washington, and also expressed support for India’s possible role in future peace efforts, if required. Gor added that Trump told Modi, “We all love you,” during the conversation.
The two leaders had last spoken on March 24, when they discussed de-escalation in West Asia and the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure. Their latest conversation comes against the backdrop of a fragile US-Iran ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic engagement.
Tensions in the region have since escalated, with Gor accusing without naming Iran, “holding the Strait of Hormuz hostage” and stressing that it is international waters that should remain open to global shipping. He said Washington has urged all countries, including India, to support reopening the waterway.
At the same time, the US said it had moved to block Iranian ports, prompting threats of retaliation from Tehran. Pakistan has said it is working to facilitate further talks, describing earlier discussions as part of a continuing diplomatic process. Despite the escalation, some sanctioned tankers have still moved through the strait via Iran-approved routes. The situation has raised concerns over disruption of oil supplies, with nearly two million barrels a day at risk and Brent crude rising about 6.5% to nearly $98 a barrel in the past week.
