British Defence Secretary says UK military assets have begun arriving in the Middle East.

Chief of General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Mousavi asks Israeli residents to evacuate Tel Aviv and Haifa.

"Italy and India, linked by a great friendship," tweets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

"President Mr. Lee Jae-myung and I had a very good meeting in Canada. India and the Republic of Korea seek to work together in sectors like commerce, investment, technology, green hydrogen, shipbuilding and more."

- PM Narendra Modi

"An exceptional conversation with Prime Minister Keir Starmer! India and UK ties are getting stronger, reflecting in the ground we’ve covered in areas like trade and commerce. We will keep working together to add even more momentum to this wonderful friendship."

- PM Narendra Modi

"It’s always a delight to interact with my friend, President Emmanuel Macron and exchange perspectives on a wide range of issues. India and France will keep working closely for the betterment of our planet."

- PM Narendra Modi

"Had an excellent meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Complimented him and the Canadian Government for successfully hosting the G7 Summit. India and Canada are connected by a strong belief in democracy, freedom and rule of law. PM Carney and I look forward to working closely to add momentum to the India-Canada friendship. Areas like trade, energy, space, clean energy, critical minerals, fertilisers and more offer immense potential in this regard," posts Prime Minister Narendra Modi

"There should be no place for double standards on terrorism.

The terrorist attack that happened on 22nd April was not only an attack on Pahalgam, but also on the soul, identity, and dignity of every Indian. It was an attack on the entire humanity."

— PM Modi at G7 outreach session

“PM Modi and President Trump were scheduled to meet on the sidelines of G7 Summit.

President Trump had to return to the US early, due to which this meeting could not take place.

After this, at the request of President Trump, today both leaders spoke over the phone.

They spoke for almost 35 minutes. After the Pahalgam terrorist attack on 22nd April, President Trump had spoken with PM Modi over phone and expressed condolences and had also expressed support in fight against terrorism. This was the first tine they were speaking after that.

So, PM Modi spoke with President Trump in detail on Operation Sindoor.”

— Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

“PM Modi told President Trump clearly that during this entire series of incidents, never was talks held at any level on India-America trade deal and mediation between India and Pakistan by America.

The talks regarding cessation of military action was held directly between India and Pakistan under the existing channels established between both militaries, it was done at Pakistan's request.”

— FS Vikram Misri

PM Modi to Trump:

Due to India’s strong retaliation, Pakistan was compelled to request a halt to military actions.

Prime Minister Modi told US President Trump that India no longer views terrorism as a proxy war but as an act of war, and Operation Sindoor is still ongoing.

— FS Vikram Misri

President Trump and Prime Minister Modi also discussed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict, both agreed that direct talks between the two sides are essential for peace at the earliest and that efforts toward this should continue.

— FS Vikram Misri

MEA statement -- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri:

President Trump asked Prime Minister Modi if he could stop by the United States on his way back from Canada. Due to pre-scheduled commitments, Prime Minister Modi expressed his inability to do so.

PM Modi has invited President Trump to India for the next QUAD summit -- Trump has accepted the invite.

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, announced that over 10.33 crore free LPG connections have been distributed nationwide under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.

Highlighting the country's progress toward energy security, he emphasized the government's focus on green, sustainable, and innovative energy sources.

The Minister also chaired a review meeting with officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies to assess developments and strategies in the energy sector.

US President Donald Trump to meet Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir for lunch at 1pm local time today in Cabinet Room of The White House.

India's first indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft 'Arnala' is all set to be commissioned today. From Blueprint to a Warship, watch the journey of Arnala.

New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): An Indian Army contingent, comprising 90 personnel, departed for France on Tuesday to participate in the 8th edition of the biennial India-France Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti'.