In a post on X, Modi said the two leaders reviewed progress in bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership between India and the United States. The conversation lasted approximately 40 minutes and focused on both strategic and regional developments.

A key point of discussion was the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for energy supplies. Both leaders emphasized the importance of keeping the passage open and secure, reflecting ongoing concerns about global energy security amid tensions in West Asia.

The call came at a sensitive moment following the collapse of high-level peace negotiations in Islamabad, where U.S. and Iranian representatives failed to reach an agreement after 21 hours of talks mediated by Pakistan. Iran accused Washington of making excessive demands and acting in bad faith, while U.S. officials cited significant differences between the two sides.

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described the discussion as “very positive and productive,” indicating continued momentum in diplomatic engagement. He also noted that Trump provided Modi with updates on developments in the Middle East and broader U.S.-India relations.

The conversation follows ongoing diplomatic exchanges between the two countries. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has been in contact with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, while Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri recently met senior U.S. officials during a visit to Washington, D.C.

Rubio is expected to travel to India next month, as preparations continue for a Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting anticipated in the second half of May. The latest engagement underscores sustained cooperation between Washington and New Delhi on regional security, economic ties, and broader geopolitical challenges.