India, Oct. 9 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated US President Donald Trump on the "success" of the Gaza peace plan.

Calling Trump his "friend," Modi said he spoke to the Republican leader to congratulate him on the Gaza plan and review the "good progress" in trade negotiations.

"Spoke to my friend, President Trump and congratulated him on the success of the historic Gaza peace plan. Also reviewed the good progress achieved in trade negotiations. Agreed to stay in close touch over the coming weeks," PM Modi wrote on social media platform X.

Earlier, Modi welcomed the efforts of Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end hostilities and facilitate the release of hostages in Gaza.

"We welcome...