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US dropping of 'Indo' from Pacific Command adds pressure on India ties

The article discusses recent developments affecting U.S.-India relations, including the U.S. decision to drop 'Indo' from the name of its Indo-Pacific Command and incidents like the killing of three Indian sailors during American strikes in the Gulf of Oman. These events have contributed to tensions despite recent diplomatic efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Washington's move comes amid strained relations with India, reset in China outlook

U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as they attend a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on June 17. © Reuters

KIRAN SHARMA

June 19, 2026 18:22 JST

NEW DELHI -- Even as this week's meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signaled efforts to fix their strained bilateral relations, events preceding their talks, such as the killing of three Indian sailors in American strikes in the Gulf of Oman and Washington's restoration of the original name of its Indo-Pacific Command, seem to have only added unease to the ties.

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US dropping of 'Indo' from Pacific Command adds pressure on India ties

The article discusses recent developments affecting U.S.-India relations, including the U.S. decision to drop 'Indo' from the name of its Indo-Pacific Command and incidents like the killing of three Indian sailors during American strikes in the Gulf of Oman. These events have contributed to tensions despite recent diplomatic efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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