The once‑touted Modi‑Trump rapport is under strain as US pressure on trade, Russian oil and Middle East tensions tests India‑US ties.

Trump's claims of mediating an India‑Pakistan ceasefire last year irked New Delhi, while closer US engagement with Pakistan has added to the friction.

Analysts say the partnership, built over decades, remains resilient but is entering a period of recalibration. India is pursuing strategic balance, diversifying partnerships while managing an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.