In a 35-minute telephonic dialog with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that India’s counter-terrorism initiative, Operation Sindoor, stays energetic, in keeping with Overseas Secretary Vikram Misri.
In the course of the name, PM Modi firmly reiterated India’s rejection of third-party mediation in its affairs, stating that the nation has by no means accepted such mediation and won’t achieve this sooner or later. He additionally underscored a resolute stance towards terrorism, declaring that India will reply to Pakistan’s aggression with heightened pressure, saying, “India will reply to Pakistan’s bullets with shells.”
PM @narendramodi had a telephonic dialog with President @realDonaldTrump of US.
Hearken to Overseas Secretary Vikram Misri in regards to the dialog.
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— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 18, 2025
Overseas Secretary Misri, briefing reporters, highlighted that PM Modi made it clear India wouldn’t entertain commerce discussions whereas combating terrorism. “The Prime Minister advised President Trump that within the struggle towards terrorism, India won’t resort to any commerce deal, and our efforts will proceed unabated,” Misri stated.
The dialog displays India’s unwavering dedication to its safety insurance policies and ongoing operations, with Operation Sindoor remaining a key focus. Additional particulars of the decision weren’t disclosed.

