A familiar pattern is emerging in US President Donald Trump's claims on social media after calls with leaders. Trump posted preemptively on his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping like he did after a call with Indian PM Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke for the first time this year, US envoy Sergio Gor confirmed.

Indian lawmakers from the ruling coalition praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for striking a deal with the U.S. to reduce tariffs on Indian goods.

The conversation is happening amid tensions over US' decision to impose tariffs on India, including a 50% levy linked to New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian crude

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the decision was taken out of friendship and respect for Prime Minister Modi and at his request.