US President Donald Trump has said he “loves” Prime Minister Narendra Modi and described him as a strong and admirable leader, even as he once again repeated his baseless claim that he personally brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan in May.Speaking at a luncheon for APEC CEOs, Trump recounted his version of events from earlier this year, claiming he stopped a “war” between the two nuclear-armed neighbours through the use of trade pressure. “Prime Minister Modi he’s a great-looking guy. But he’s a killer — tough as hell. He said, ‘No, we will fight.’ I said, ‘Whoa, this is the same man I know?,’ he said.President Trump Delivers Keynote Remarks at APEC CEOs Luncheon“If you look at India and Pakistan — I was doing a trade deal with India, and I have great respect and love for Prime Minister Modi. They were really going at it,” Trump added.He went on to say that he told both PM Modi and Pakistan’s leadership that the US would not do business with either country while they were fighting. “I told Prime Minister Modi, ‘We can’t make a deal with you right now because you’re fighting with Pakistan.’ Then I called the Pakistani Prime Minister and told him we can’t make a deal with you because you are fighting India,” Trump said.According to Trump, both countries agreed to end hostilities within 48 hours after he threatened to impose “250% tariffs,” claiming that “seven planes had been shot down” and that his intervention “saved millions and millions of lives.”The 47th POTUS has repeated this claim multiple times since May, when he announced on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after what he described as a “long night” of talks mediated by Washington.India, however, has consistently denied any US role, maintaining that the decision to cease hostilities was reached at the request of the Pakistani DGMO to his counterpart. Officials said the understanding was finalised on May 10 following four days of cross-border exchanges that began after India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.Trump’s comments came as he continued his Asia tour, arriving in South Korea ahead of his scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the APEC summit in Gyeongju.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAmazon Launches Largest Layoff Drive Yet, Cutting 30,000 Corporate Positions to Boost EfficiencyIndia, EU Narrow Differences As Piyush Goyal Wraps High-Stakes Brussels Push For Swift Trade Deal“Even Ate The Animals’ Fodder” Prashant Kishore Slams Tejashwi After INDIA Bloc’s Bihar ManifestoOne Dead, Thousands Evacuated as Cyclone Montha Tears Through Andhra and OdishaGround Report From Supaul: Voters Reveal Poll Mood; Employment, Liquor Ban Key Issues | BiharChampion Of Global Boot-Licking? Pakistan Competes For Gold In Trump Flattery OlympicsEscalation Fears Mount As Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks End Without Conclusion In Turkey’7 Brand-New Beautiful Planes Shot Down’: Trump Repeats India-Pak Ceasefire Claim In JapanDelhi Tries to Make It Rain With Cloud Seeding: A High-Stakes Weather Experiment to Fight Toxic AirHAL to Manufacture SJ-100 Airliner in India, First Indigenous Passenger Jet Effort Since 1988123 Photostories Reasons to watch SS Rajamouli and Prabhas’ ‘Baahubali- Thes Epic’ in theatres againHonouring Maa Annapurana: Why eating in silence benefits both mind and body6 world-famous dishes that started as struggle foodSeoul simmers: Protests greet Donald Trump in South KoreaFrom kaftans to coastlines: Kareena Kapoor’s vacay vibes are always on pointFrom Wednesday Addams to Maleficent: Iconic Halloween costume ideas from Hollywood movies and seriesMagnesium: 10 surprising natural sources you probably never knew aboutWhat makes owls so special? The secrets behind their powers5 fashion-forward saree-styling ideas with your winter closetDoctor rates 8 Ayurvedic herbs that naturally help lower blood pressure123Hot PicksCyclone MonthaBank Holiday TodayBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingMizkifPrince HarryPraneeth Kumar UsiripalliAdin RossHurricane MelissaSidney CrosbyPenguin GameMLB Trade RumorsCharles HullFortnite Tips
US President Donald Trump has said he “loves” Prime Minister Narendra Modi and described him as a strong and admirable leader, even as he once again repeated his baseless claim that he personally brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan in May.Speaking at a luncheon for APEC CEOs, Trump recounted his version of events from earlier this year, claiming he stopped a “war” between the two nuclear-armed neighbours through the use of trade pressure. “Prime Minister Modi he’s a great-looking guy. But he’s a killer — tough as hell. He said, ‘No, we will fight.’ I said, ‘Whoa, this is the same man I know?,’ he said.
“If you look at India and Pakistan — I was doing a trade deal with India, and I have great respect and love for Prime Minister Modi. They were really going at it,” Trump added.He went on to say that he told both PM Modi and Pakistan’s leadership that the US would not do business with either country while they were fighting. “I told Prime Minister Modi, ‘We can’t make a deal with you right now because you’re fighting with Pakistan.’ Then I called the Pakistani Prime Minister and told him we can’t make a deal with you because you are fighting India,” Trump said.According to Trump, both countries agreed to end hostilities within 48 hours after he threatened to impose “250% tariffs,” claiming that “seven planes had been shot down” and that his intervention “saved millions and millions of lives.”The 47th POTUS has repeated this claim multiple times since May, when he announced on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after what he described as a “long night” of talks mediated by Washington.India, however, has consistently denied any US role, maintaining that the decision to cease hostilities was reached at the request of the Pakistani DGMO to his counterpart. Officials said the understanding was finalised on May 10 following four days of cross-border exchanges that began after India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.Trump’s comments came as he continued his Asia tour, arriving in South Korea ahead of his scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the APEC summit in Gyeongju.
