In recent weeks, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly made four attempts to contact Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi via phone, according to a report by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. However, Modi is said to have declined to take the calls each time.
Sources close to the matter suggest that Modi’s reluctance to engage may be linked to comments Trump made about India’s economy. The report indicates that Modi is “offended” by Trump’s remarks, which could have contributed to the lack of response.
The development highlights ongoing tensions between the two leaders, who previously maintained a cordial relationship during Trump’s presidency. It remains unclear whether there will be further attempts to establish communication or if the situation will impact diplomatic relations between India and the United States.
A spokesperson for the Indian government has not publicly commented on the matter, and U.S. officials have also not issued statements regarding Trump’s outreach or Modi’s response. The situation underscores the complex nature of diplomatic interactions and the potential repercussions of public statements on international relations.