The government has said it will verify a viral video in which United States President Donald Trump is heard making remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his political career.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified that it has not yet examined the video and will respond only after confirming whether it is genuine. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during a regular press briefing that if such a video exists, the government will verify its authenticity and then take “appropriate action.”
The clip, which has been circulating widely on social media, is reportedly from a press interaction held in October last year at the White House. In the video, Trump is seen praising PM Modi, describing him as “a great man.” He also remarked that Modi “loves Trump,” before adding in a lighter tone that he did not want anyone to misinterpret the comment or “destroy his political career.”
The specific line has triggered debate online, with some users questioning the context in which it was made. However, Indian officials have chosen a cautious approach, stating clearly that they will not react until the facts are verified.
The development comes at a time when India and the United States are working closely on strategic and economic fronts, including trade and defence cooperation. Diplomatic ties between New Delhi and Washington have strengthened over the years, and both sides have emphasized stable and constructive engagement.
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