Trump and Modi strengthen US-India ties with military and trade agreements

US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met for the first time since Trump's return to office. They agreed to enhance strategic ties, including military cooperation, energy supply, and trade agreements, marking a significant shift in their relationship. Trump announced plans to provide India with F-35 fighter jets and increase military sales by billions. The leaders also discussed the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, which the US has expedited. Both leaders emphasized cooperation on global security issues, including terrorism and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. They expressed a commitment to strengthen trade and technology partnerships, aiming for mutual benefits in various sectors.