India, June 17 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of Indian seafarers' safety in the Strait of Hormuz during a joint briefing with President Donald Trump, stressing that the security of lakhs of Indian sailors is of paramount importance to India. He expressed hope that ensuring the safety of seafarers would be a key part of any agreement reached with Iran.

"Lakhs of Indian seafarers operate in maritime sector; I believe that their security is equally important," PM Modi told President Trump.

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