Trump shows no regret over deaths of 3 Indian sailors in meeting with Modi

South China Morning Post Wednesday 17 June 2026, 18:31 UTC By Nayan Seth 1 min read

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US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday attempted to defuse escalating tensions over the recent killing of three Indian sailors by American naval forces off the coast of Oman. Speaking to the media after their first bilateral meeting in 16 months, Trump said both Washington and New Delhi continue to “work together” on the issue, calling commercial vessel operations “a rough profession”. “I heard about that,” Trump added, without offering any condolences...

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