15/04/2026

Modi and Trump Discuss Strait of Hormuz in 40-Minute Call

Updated 9 hours ago: The focus shifted from a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to a phone conversation between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump regarding the West Asia crisis and bilateral relations, with new details about their discussions and future diplomatic efforts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a 40-minute phone conversation on Tuesday, focusing on the West Asia crisis and bilateral relations. This marks their third call this year, following discussions in February and last month. The leaders reviewed efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which has been impacted by the ongoing conflict. US ambassador Sergio Gor indicated that significant deals are expected to be finalised ahead of Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India in May. The conversation also touched on the importance of maintaining energy supply chains and the potential role of India in negotiations related to the West Asia situation. Modi expressed commitment to strengthening the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership between India and the US.

Published 20 hours ago • 14 Apr 2026, 08:46 PM IST

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