Trump Reaffirms '100 Per Cent' Support for India in Live Call to US Embassy’s 250th Independence Day Celebration
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- •US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his "100 per cent" support for India during a live phone call at the US Embassy’s 250th Independence Day celebration in New Delhi.
- •Trump expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling Modi "great" and stating, "We’ve never been closer to India."
- •The event was attended by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, among others.
- •Rubio and Jaishankar highlighted the strategic partnership between the US and India, emphasizing shared democratic values, economic cooperation, and collaboration on global challenges.
- •A R Rahman performed at the event, adding a cultural dimension to the diplomatic celebrations.
- •The call was facilitated by Ambassador Gor at approximately 9 pm IST, connecting Trump to the event in New Delhi.
New Delhi, May 25, 2026: Speaking via speakerphone to a gathering of over 1,500 guests at the United States Embassy in New Delhi, US President Donald Trump on Sunday reaffirmed his unwavering support for India, declaring, “India can count on me 100 per cent.” The event marked the 250th anniversary of America’s Independence Day and was attended by high-profile dignitaries including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
