New Delhi, March 25 -- Former Indian diplomat Gurjit Sigh on Wednesday said the phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump following the outbreak of the Iran war signals Washington's intent to keep India closely consulted on developments in West Asia.

Speaking to ANI, Singh said the timing and nature of the call suggest that the United States recognises India's growing role and its stakes in regional stability, particularly given the economic impact of the conflict.

"Important--he called Prime Minister Modi. Which shows that they want to keep India in the loop and they want to consult India," Singh said.

He noted that the conversation came shortly after Trump announced on Truth Social a pause in attac...