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Modi thanks Trump for Diwali wishes

India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump caught up over a Diwali phone call.
Modi thanked Trump for the festive wishes, saying he hopes "our two great democracies continue to illuminate the world with hope and stand united against terrorism in all its forms."

US-Pakistan relations are warming up

This call happened as US-Pakistan relations are warming up, even though India keeps accusing Pakistan of backing terrorism.
At a White House Diwali event, Trump said Modi agreed to cut back on Russian oil and claimed he personally eased tensions between India and Pakistan—though India pushed back on that claim.

Trump describes the conversation as 'great'

Trump described the conversation as "great" and pointed to ongoing trade talks.
Modi used the moment to highlight how important it is for democracies like India and the US to stick together against terrorism.
The White House Diwali event also saw key Indian diplomats and Indian American business leaders in attendance.