President Trump praises PM Modi; this is followed by a bizarre remark
The US President calls PM Modi a great man; says he loves Trump
US President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 15, 2025. REUTERS
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US President Donald Trump has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Speaking to reporters at his Oval Office on Wednesday, he said, “He (Modi) is a friend of mine, we have a great relationship.”
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Describing the Indian prime minister as “a great man”, Trump said, “He loves Trump...I don't want you to take the word love any differently...I don't want to destroy his political career.”
Praising Modi's leadership, Trump said, “I have watched India for years. It's an incredible country, and every single year you would have a new leader. Some would be in there for a few months, and this was year after year after year, and my friend has been there now for a long time.”
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