New York: The United States has acknowledged a period of “turbulence” in its relationship with India, citing a pattern of mixed signals from Washington. Senior State Department officials emphasised that, despite these challenges, the partnership with New Delhi remains on a “positive trajectory” and continues to be strategically important for both countries.

The acknowledgment came as news agency ANI questioned how India interprets Washington’s sometimes contradictory messages. While Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials emphasise India’s strategic importance, they simultaneously impose trade restrictions and openly criticise New Delhi’s policies.

One senior State Department official explained that President Donald Trump’s frustration with countries is expressed very openly,

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