US President Donald Trump, during a speech at a summit in Egypt, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “very good friend” of the United States while discussing recent developments in the Middle East, particularly the ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Trump stated that he believes India and Pakistan will “live very nicely together,” a sentiment echoed by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who credited Trump for his efforts in promoting peace in South Asia. This dialogue comes in the wake of India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in response to a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan. Trump further claimed that economic pressure via tariffs was instrumental in resolving conflicts, including the tensions between India and Pakistan, although India has steadfastly maintained that any resolution of issues with Pakistan should occur through direct bilateral talks, without external mediation. This situation highlights the complexities of international diplomacy, with India’s consistent refusal of third-party involvement underscoring its commitment to sovereign decision-making in regional security matters. The ongoing discourse around US-India relations, especially in light of Trump’s remarks, reveals the shifting dynamics in geopolitical alliances and the significance of economic and military power in maintaining regional stability.