Trump expects India to play a role in the Middle East

Published June 17, 2026 Updated June 17, 2026 07:15pm

US President Donald Trump expects India to play a role in the Middle East.

He is speaking to reporters during a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

“I think India plays a big role in everything,” Trump replies to a question.

“As long as he’s the leader, India’s going to play a big role,” he says, pointing at Modi.