Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump held their third phone call of 2026, focusing on rising tensions in the Middle East as Washington launched a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The 40-minute conversation, confirmed by U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor, included a detailed briefing from Trump on the situation. Both leaders stressed the need to keep the vital shipping route open and secure. PM Modi later highlighted growing India-U.S. cooperation, reaffirming commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership amid escalating regional uncertainty.