New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi dialled President Donald Trump on Thursday evening to congratulate him on the success of the Gaza peace plan and to review progress in India-US trade negotiations.

“Spoke to my friend, President Trump and congratulated him on the success of the historic Gaza peace plan. Also reviewed the good progress achieved in trade negotiations. Agreed to stay in close touch over the coming weeks,” Modi said in a social media post. ADVERTISEMENT

Earlier in the day, Modi praised Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s efforts to end hostilities in Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages.

“We welcome the agreement on the first phase of President Trump’s peace plan. This is also a reflection of the strong leadership of PM Netanyahu. We hope the

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