‘It’s a rough profession': Trump responds to question over Indian sailors' death in US attack
US President Donald Trump expressed condolences for Indian sailors killed in US attacks on merchant vessels, calling seafaring a 'rough profession.' The meeting between Trump and PM Modi at the G7 summit also addressed maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the geopolitical risks to global trade routes and the complexities of maintaining bilateral relations during military conflicts.
US President Donald Trump expressed condolences over the deaths of three Indian seafarers killed in US attacks on merchant vessels off the coast of Oman , describing seafaring as “a rough profession”.
The article reports on a sensitive diplomatic event, quoting both leaders and providing context on the incident without taking a side.
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