Modi-Trump Phone Call Triggers Political Storm Over Mediation Row and Foreign Policy Criticism

A sudden phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump has sparked a fresh political storm in India. The conversation, arranged after Trump left the G7 Summit midway and missed a planned meeting with Modi, covered several key international issues including the Israel-Iran conflict, Russia-Ukraine war, Operation Sindoor, and the upcoming Quad Summit. However, the real controversy emerged when PM Modi, during the call, categorically denied any acceptance of US mediation in India-Pakistan matters—a topic that has long stirred political tensions.Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that India never accepted mediation and never will, stating there is political unanimity in the country on this issue. He added that any ceasefire coordination with Pakistan occurred only through established military channels and at Pakistan’s request, not due to any external intervention.Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh challenged this account by displaying a US briefing note on his phone, claiming it differed from the Indian version. BJP leader Amit Malviya refuted the claim, labeling Ramesh a liar and sharing a dated screenshot as proof. The opposition, including the Aam Aadmi Party, slammed Modi’s foreign policy, questioning if this was a diplomatic failure. In turn, BJP accused Congress leaders of acting as Pakistan’s spokespersons.

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