NATO & Narendra Modi

NATO: Germany traditionally plays a leading role within NATO in mine clearance operations, and Donald Trump has criticized NATO allies for not supporting US-Israel military actions.

Narendra Modi: Narendra Modi's foreign policy is under scrutiny and criticized by the India — Indian National Congress for failing to isolate Pakistan and for allowing Pakistan to play a pivotal diplomatic role in US-Iran peace talks.

NATO: NATO allies, including France and the United Kingdom, have stated they will not participate in the US blockade of Iranian ports but have offered to help safeguard the Strait of Hormuz once an agreement is in place.

Narendra Modi: Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister, discussed the Strait of Hormuz issue with Donald Trump, highlighting the strain on major oil importers.

NATO: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte made claims about a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which India has firmly dismissed as baseless. This has led to a diplomatic dispute and calls for greater responsibility in public statements from the NATO leadership.