First call post ceasefire: PM Modi, Trump talk West Asia situation, strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on Tuesday held their first phone conversation since Washington and Tehran reached a ceasefire agreement, discussing the evolving situation in West Asia and bilateral cooperation.
The 40-minute call placed strong emphasis on regional stability, with both leaders underlining the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure — a vital artery for global oil shipments and trade.
Push for stronger bilateral ties
“Received a call from my friend President Donald Trump. We reviewed the substantial progress achieved in our bilateral cooperation in various sectors. We are committed to further strengthening our Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in all areas,” PM Modi said in a post after the call.
Received a call from my friend President Donald Trump. We reviewed the substantial progress achieved in our bilateral cooperation in various sectors. We are committed to further strengthening our Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in all areas. We also discussed the…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 14, 2026
He added that both sides remain aligned on deepening ties across sectors while maintaining close coordination on global developments.
US briefs India on Middle East
US envoy to India Sergio Gor said President Trump briefed the Prime Minister on the latest developments in the Middle East.
“They just got off the phone a few minutes ago. The President gave an update on what is happening in the Middle East, along with some of the big-ticket items happening in Washington between the United States and India,” Gor told NDTV.
Personal note underscores warmth
During the conversation, PM Modi also conveyed a personal message to President Trump, saying, “People of India love you,” reflecting the cordial rapport between the two leaders.
The call comes amid heightened geopolitical focus on West Asia following the US-Iran ceasefire, with global powers closely watching regional stability and the security of critical trade routes.
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