'Several Indians Have Also Lost Their Lives': PM Modi Flags Maritime Concerns at G7 Summit
Modi said 13 Indians have died in recent maritime incidents and urged G7 leaders to protect key shipping routes amid West Asia tensions.
- On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump met at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, marking their first face-to-face encounter in 16 months.
- During the session, Modi raised concerns over deaths of Indian seafarers after US forces struck the Palau-flagged oil tanker Settebello in the Gulf of Oman.
- At least 13 Indians have died in regional maritime incidents recently, including three nationals among the 28 crew members aboard the Settebello.
- Modi stated that "the future of our partnerships depends on rebuilding this trust," as the leaders scheduled a structured bilateral meeting for Wednesday.
- This encounter marks a step toward repairing ties strained in 2025, as India and the US are currently firming up a bilateral trade deal.
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