PM Modi Tells Trump India Rejects Third-Party Mediation, Denies US Role in May Pakistan Ceasefire During 35-Minute Call

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a 35-minute telephone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump on June 17, 2025, during which he provided a detailed briefing on Operation Sindoor, India's ongoing counter-terrorism initiative. Modi emphasized that India has never accepted, does not accept, and will never accept third-party mediation in its relations with Pakistan, underscoring that there is complete political consensus on this stance within India. He clarified that the ceasefire reached between India and Pakistan in May, following a four-day conflict, was the result of direct military-to-military talks and not due to any mediation by the United States or any other third party.

This statement was made in response to assertions that the U.S. had played a role in brokering the ceasefire. Modi also made clear that no trade-related topics were discussed during the call. The Indian government reiterated its position that terrorism is a key issue in the bilateral relationship and reaffirmed its rejection of external involvement in resolving disputes with Pakistan.