Foreign media: Trump reposted comments from conservative podcast host Michael Savage on Truth Social, in which India was referred to as "hell on Earth," triggering a strong backlash across Indian politics.
The Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs initially responded with restraint, but later escalated its condemnation, calling the remarks "ignorant, inappropriate, and lacking in taste," emphasizing that they do not reflect the reality of Indo-U.S. relations based on mutual respect. The U.S. Embassy in India cited Trump's previous praise for India and Prime Minister Modi. Opposition party leaders, including Congress Party leader Hargopal, seized the opportunity to criticize Modi for his silence toward "friend" Trump, questioning his diplomatic posture.
This incident comes at a time when Modi is ramping up efforts ahead of crucial state elections, potentially intensifying international scrutiny of his close relationship with Trump.
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