Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly countered US President Donald Trump’s exaggerated and false claims that he was the one who arranged the ceasefire between India and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. PM Modi, who was in Canada attending the G7 Summit, received a phone call from Trump on June 17. The conversation was requested by Trump himself. During their 35-minute-long discussion, Modi firmly stated that there was absolutely no role of the United States in the ceasefire agreed upon by India and Pakistan the previous month. He directly conveyed to Trump that his country did not influence or mediate the matter at any point.

The next morning, on June 18, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a press conference and provided a detailed summary of this important phone conversation. Misri confirmed that although Modi and Trump were scheduled to meet face-to-face at the G7 Summit, the meeting had to be cancelled because President Trump left the summit early. As a result, they had a formal phone conversation instead. "US President Trump and Prime Minister Modi had a formal phone call at the former’s request. The discussion lasted for over 35 minutes," Vikram Misri stated during the media briefing.

This phone conversation holds a lot of weight—not just because of what was said, but also because of when it happened and what it signals diplomatically.

It Was the First Time the Two Global Leaders Spoke After the Pahalgam Attack

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri pointed out that this call marked the first direct conversation between PM Modi and President Trump after the tragic Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, in which Indian soldiers were targeted. "In the phone call was the first time the two leaders spoke since the April 22 Pahalgam attack," Misri stated. During this exchange, Trump expressed condolences for the victims and assured Modi that the United States supported India’s position in the global fight against terrorism.

This detail is very important, especially because Trump had earlier given public statements that falsely suggested frequent interactions with Indian leadership. He repeatedly claimed that he used trade as a form of pressure to convince India to open talks with Pakistan and eventually reach a ceasefire. These boastful remarks gave the impression that Trump played a key diplomatic role, when in reality, there had been no communication between the two leaders on this issue until June 17.

By underlining that this was their first conversation since April, Vikram Misri sent a clear message: Trump’s repeated claims of playing peacemaker were completely false and misleading.

During the press briefing on June 18, Foreign Secretary Misri revealed important highlights of the phone conversation. He said:
“PM Modi clearly told President Trump that during the entire course of events, at no point, and at no level, was there any discussion about a US-India trade deal or about US mediation between India and Pakistan,” Misri said.
He added that Modi clarified, “The Prime Minister said the talks regarding cessation of military action were held directly between India and Pakistan under the existing channels established between both militaries. It was done at Pakistan’s request.”

The Prime Minister went one step further and made India's longstanding position on the Kashmir issue crystal clear to the US President. “India has never accepted, does not accept, and will never accept mediation on the Kashmir issue,” PM Modi told Trump during the call, as confirmed by Vikram Misri.

This important phone call was also the first official interaction between PM Modi and President Trump since Operation Sindoor. The earlier planned meeting between them at the G7 Summit was cancelled due to Trump leaving prematurely amid tensions involving Israel and Iran. This left the phone call as the only opportunity for a direct conversation.

The India-Pakistan ceasefire had already been finalized by May 10, after Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) reached out to his Indian counterpart and asked for a ceasefire. Before that, during Operation Sindoor, India carried out targeted strikes on terror camps inside Pakistan, followed by attacks on 11 Pakistani air bases. These operations were India’s firm response to continued terrorism. Pakistan tried to hit back by launching drones and missiles toward Indian territory, but the Indian armed forces shot down all incoming threats.

After sustaining heavy damage to its military assets, Pakistan—clearly under pressure—requested a ceasefire, and India agreed. But even before India could issue an official statement on the ceasefire, President Trump jumped into the spotlight and falsely claimed credit for mediating peace between the two countries. Although Indian officials clearly stated later that no third-party was involved, opposition parties—especially the Congress—quickly latched onto Trump’s statements and used them to criticize the Modi government, further complicating the matter domestically.

PM Modi Reiterates: ‘Goli Will Be Answered with Gola’

During the call, PM Modi did not just clarify facts—he reaffirmed India’s tough military posture. He reminded President Trump that India had already warned the international community that any terror attack like the one in Pahalgam would receive a strong and calculated response. PM Modi shared that Operation Sindoor, launched on the nights of May 6 and 7, was a measured, non-escalatory, and precision-based military strike. These strikes were aimed specifically at terror hubs in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and within Pakistan.

Modi went on to clearly tell Trump that if Pakistan chooses to escalate tensions again, India would retaliate with even greater strength. In his firm tone, PM Modi stated: “Goli will be responded with Gola.”

This short but powerful sentence symbolizes a new India—an India that no longer waits for validation from global powers, but stands firmly on its own. PM Modi’s message was one of strength, self-reliance, and clarity. Under his leadership, India is not only prepared to defend its people but also send a clear warning to nations that shelter terrorism: any attempt to challenge India’s sovereignty will be met with decisive force.

Here is the humanized, plagiarism-checked, elaborated rewrite of Part 2, preserving all statements exactly as given, using clear and easy English, and making the version longer and more engaging, while staying faithful to the original tone and structure:

JD Vance Called PM Modi to Warn About ‘Big Attack’ from Pakistan — Was Told India Would Hit Back Even Harder

In his phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Modi revealed a crucial and previously undisclosed development. After the initial phase of India’s Operation Sindoor, which took place during the night of May 9, US Vice President JD Vance personally called PM Modi to warn about an impending “big attack” from Pakistan.

This warning, however, did not rattle India’s leadership. PM Modi told Trump that India’s response to Vance was firm and clear—if Pakistan escalated its aggression, India would retaliate with an even bigger and stronger response.

And true to its word, that is exactly what India did. According to what Modi explained to Trump, India launched precise and calculated strikes against Pakistan’s military targets. These strikes were not symbolic or partial—they were targeted, effective, and devastating. The Indian Air Force obliterated Pakistan’s air defence systems, and the country’s air bases were rendered non-operational.

By doing so, India achieved full air dominance, completely changing the balance of power in the region. This overwhelming retaliation forced a severely weakened Pakistan to come forward and request a ceasefire. It was clear that India’s military preparedness and firm stand had cornered Pakistan, and the ceasefire came not because of diplomatic efforts by other nations, but because Pakistan had no other choice.

Nowhere Was a Trade Deal Discussed: PM Modi Reminds Trump

PM Modi didn’t just talk about military strategy during his phone call. He took time to remind President Trump about a very important fact—at no point was trade with the United States ever discussed during the situation with Pakistan.

"PM Modi reminded US President Trump that at no point in the discussion with Pakistani military leadership, and US leadership, trade with USA was even mentioned." He emphasized that India had never asked for mediation, nor had it entertained the idea of third-party involvement in bilateral matters.

In fact, Modi made it absolutely clear to Trump that "India will never accept third-party mediation in bilateral issues with Pakistan and there is complete political consensus in India about the issue." There is unity across India’s political spectrum that issues such as Kashmir or ceasefire negotiations must be handled only between India and Pakistan, and no foreign country has any place in that conversation.

Modi then repeated, very pointedly, that "all discussions about a halt in the military operation were held through the established military channels between India and Pakistan and no other country, and no trade deal was ever a part of these discussions."

To leave no room for doubt, PM Modi also told Trump that Operation Sindoor is still ongoing. This is not a one-time reaction, he explained. It is a continuing mission, and going forward, India will treat any acts of terrorism as acts of war. It was a clear warning to not just Pakistan, but to any nation watching: India’s red lines are firm, and the cost of crossing them is high.

Modi Declines Trump’s Invitation for a Stopover Meeting in USA

In a move filled with diplomatic maturity and confidence, Prime Minister Modi declined an invitation from President Trump for a stopover visit to the USA while returning from the G7 Summit in Canada.

Trump had extended the offer, likely hoping to hold a short meeting with Modi during his return journey. But Modi politely declined. He told Trump that he had scheduled engagements and commitments, and that a stopover would not be possible.

Though the refusal was delivered respectfully, it carried a powerful message. PM Modi didn’t need to spell it out—his actions said everything. India is not a side player anymore. Its leaders do not need to make detours for photo opportunities or symbolic handshakes with heads of powerful nations. The days of India bending for validation from Western powers are long gone.

This decision by PM Modi is being seen as a strong signal of India’s rising global stature. The rejection wasn’t personal—it was strategic. It underlined India’s priorities and its refusal to participate in political theatre that serves no real purpose.

Was Trump Trying to ‘Trap’ PM Modi into a PR Show with Pakistan’s Army Chief Munir?

The timing of Trump’s invitation raises serious questions. As it turns out, Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, was already in the USA during that period. Munir, considered the de facto ruler of Pakistan, was on a five-day visit, having arrived on June 15. According to reports, he was actively trying to attend “important” events in order to secure a one-on-one meeting with President Trump.

With this context in mind, Trump’s sudden invitation to PM Modi seems less innocent. There is strong speculation that Trump may have been trying to engineer a situation where both Modi and Munir would be in the same room—or even at the same table.

The US President had already made false claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. He went as far as to say that he “stopped” a potential nuclear war. Given his history of prioritizing personal image and PR, it would not have been surprising if he had attempted to organize a joint appearance or meeting between PM Modi and General Munir, just to create a grand public narrative of his own importance.

But PM Modi saw through this plan. By refusing the stopover meeting, he quietly avoided being pulled into a PR trap. He denied Trump the chance to parade the event as another diplomatic ‘win’, and more importantly, he denied Munir a massive image-boost that could have helped him back home in Pakistan.

Without saying much, Modi made it clear that India won’t participate in gimmicks. It won't play along with hollow spectacles meant to elevate vain leaders or serve their political egos. India has real priorities, and engaging in photo-op stunts is not one of them.

Now, days after Munir’s arrival, reports suggest that Trump may still go ahead and meet him. If that happens, it would further support the idea that Trump was trying to use Munir’s visit as an opportunity to create a staged event with both Indian and Pakistani leadership.

Given Trump’s habit of making exaggerated claims, it would not have been surprising to see him using a photograph or handshake between Modi and Munir to declare that he had once again “saved the world” from nuclear war.

But thanks to PM Modi’s strategic foresight, that scenario never played out.

India and Pakistan Are Not Equals — The USA and the World Must Remember This

PM Narendra Modi’s phone conversation with US President Donald Trump carried more weight than just a simple diplomatic exchange. Through his calm refusal to participate in a joint PR show and his clear reaffirmation of India’s position, PM Modi sent a powerful message—not just to the United States, but to the entire international community.

Without raising his voice or making loud declarations, Modi communicated a bold truth: India and Pakistan are not equals, and they should not be treated as if they are. By firmly declining Trump the satisfaction of hosting the leaders of both countries together—at a time when Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir was present in the United States—PM Modi drew a sharp line between a global power and a failing state.

India is today the fourth-largest economy in the world, a nation with a robust democracy, a stable government, and one of the most advanced militaries globally. In contrast, Pakistan is plagued by instability, extremism, poverty, and a crumbling political system where military rule casts a long shadow over democracy.

This clear distinction was echoed in the words conveyed during the conversation. PM Modi’s silent message was amplified with strength when he let the world know:
“India is here to stay. It is a multi-polar world, and India is one of the poles that will make its own rules and chart its own path. Ignoring and miscalculating India will be a mistake.”

This was not just a statement—it was a strategic assertion of India’s growing global status. It served as a reminder that India is not a side character in world affairs. It’s a country with its own voice, values, and vision, and any attempt to equate it with Pakistan—especially for political optics—will be firmly rejected.

Congress Caused Global Embarrassment to India

While India was firmly defending its dignity on the world stage, it was deeply unfortunate that the Congress party—the largest opposition group in India—chose to undermine the country’s global standing during such a sensitive and strategic moment.

Even after the Indian government clearly stated that the ceasefire was a direct bilateral agreement between India and Pakistan, Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, continued to amplify the false claims made by US President Donald Trump—a leader globally known for his exaggerated and often inaccurate statements.

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh was at the forefront of this controversy. He made multiple posts on social media, repeatedly questioning PM Modi and demanding clarification on whether Trump’s version of events was true. His tone implied doubt in India’s official position, thereby lending weight to a foreign narrative that contradicted India’s own.

He went so far as to label the situation a “national embarrassment”. In one of his social media statements, he accused PM Modi of allowing Trump to “equate” India with Pakistan, adding that he was unsure whether “Trump is lying or telling half-truths.”

His remarks were backed by Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, who publicly questioned whether PM Modi’s silence on Trump’s claims meant that the US President might actually be telling the truth.

But the situation worsened when the Congress party began circulating a meme that depicted PM Modi as having “surrendered” to Pakistan on Trump’s instructions. The meme mirrored the unfounded statements of Rahul Gandhi, further suggesting that India had bowed down under American pressure.

What followed was perhaps the most damaging consequence: the Pakistani media quickly picked up the statements and memes shared by the Congress party. They used them to push their own anti-India narrative and to falsely validate Pakistan’s claims that India was under diplomatic pressure. In effect, Congress handed a propaganda gift to Pakistan, during a time when India was trying to unify the world against terrorism and assert its sovereignty in global forums.

Ironically, the Modi government had included Congress and other opposition leaders in multi-party delegations sent abroad specifically to explain India’s policy actions, especially Operation Sindoor, to foreign governments. Despite this inclusion and outreach, some Congress leaders chose to publicly question the government, rather than stand united on a national security issue.

Now that PM Modi himself has clearly confirmed that “there was no mediation by US between India and Pakistan”, and has set the record straight in his phone call with Trump, it raises an important question:

Will the Congress Party now retract its damaging statements and acknowledge its mistake?

At a time when India was speaking with clarity and confidence on the global stage, its largest opposition party failed to stand behind the national interest. Instead of questioning Pakistan, they chose to question their own Prime Minister—and in doing so, embarrassed India before the world.