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Trump says U.S. will defend India if anyone attacks as Modi raises seafarers safety issue

Subscribed with another email? He’s a tough negotiator, and he loves the Indian people, but he also loves the U.S.,” Mr. President also described India as a major global player. “I think India plays a big role in everything as long as he (PM Modi) is the leader. To a question on the deaths of three Indian seafarers, Mr. President also sounded optimistic when asked about the proposed trade deal between India and the U.S. Relations witnessed a major downturn after Washington imposed punitive tariffs on India, and President Mr. Trump made assertions regarding his role in de-escalating the India–Pakistan military clashes of May 2025 that drew sharp reaction from Indian officials. Washington’s new immigration policy and its decision to increase the H-1B work visa visa fee also contributed to the slide in India-U.S. ties. Asked about Indian professionals facing difficulties in the U.S. in view of the H-1B visa issue, Mr. Trump said the U.S. have had a tremendous relationship with India in terms of employment.