Congress Questions Depth of PM Modi’s Ties with Former President Trump

Quick Summary

• Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomacy,alleging failures in India’s foreign relations,notably with the U.S.under President Donald Trump.
• Ramesh pointed out four events as evidence:

1. Trump claimed 25 times since May 10, 2025, that he personally intervened to halt operation sindoor between India and Pakistan by threatening to cancel trade agreements.
2. On June 10,Gen Michael Kurilla of U.S. Central Command praised Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in countering terrorism.
3. On June 18, Trump hosted an unprecedented luncheon meeting with Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House despite controversial remarks attributed to Munir earlier this year regarding Pahalgam terror attacks on April 22, 2025.- A meeting between U.S Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar further deepened ties concerning counterterrorism cooperation (July).

• Ramesh also criticized Modi for his handling of relations with China during a previous incident in June.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The allegations raised by Congress signify concerns about India’s diplomatic efficacy and strategic positioning on global fronts amidst evolving U.S.-Pakistan ties under Trump’s governance.
Ramesh’s statements underline domestic dissatisfaction around perceived mismatches between claims made by PM Modi regarding strong foreign partnerships and the recent geopolitical developments favoring Pakistan security-tag::*Ptimely Bridge