Modi has been my friend for a long time. We have always had a great relationship.

It's great to be with you. Thank you very much.

"He's a very tough negotiator. I'll give you a lesson. He's a beautiful looking man, he looks so nice, he's like an angel. But he's tough. He's a killer. He is as tough as they come. But he looks so good. That's how he gets you by surprise."

Journalist: We have seen deaths of Indian sailors in US Navy strikes. Do you have any words of condolence for their families?

Trump: Yeah I do. It's a rough profession. This has been happening throughout time. I love all of those people.

We have always said that freedom of navigation should be ensured and we should also stress upon that.

Lakhs of Indian seafarers are on duty in different seas of the world in the sector of maritime trade.

I believe that their security is equally important...I am confident that in the deal (with Iran) security of seafarers will be ensured and prioritised...

India can do anything they want with us. We have the best relationship. We cannot be closer than we are.

I don't think we can be any closer. Both him and I and our nations. But it really starts with the two of us. We cannot be closer.

yesterday he said 10 war he ended

The report asked if he expects India to play any role in West Asia

Trump says, "Yes, I do. I think India plays a big role in everything. As long as he (PM Narendra Modi) is the leader, India is going to play a big role."