Will Modi Accept Trump’s Surprise Invitation to Egypt Peace Summit?

Amid escalating trade disputes and diplomatic unease between the United States and India, reports suggest that former US President Donald Trump has extended a last-minute invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in the Peace Summit scheduled in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on October 13.The high-level summit, hosted jointly by Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, is expected to focus on ending the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. Sources indicate that the meeting aims to bring Israel and Hamas to a formal truce, marking a significant step toward restoring stability in the Middle East.However, there has been no official confirmation from the Prime Minister’s Office or Modi himself regarding his attendance. Political observers believe that Modi’s presence appears unlikely at this stage, considering the short notice and ongoing domestic commitments.

If accepted, this invitation could become a crucial diplomatic moment, offering Modi a chance to re-engage with Trump after a considerable gap and possibly ease tensions in bilateral trade relations. The summit also provides an opportunity for India to reaffirm its balanced stance on the Palestinian issue and strengthen ties with Egypt.Just days ago, Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he had spoken with Trump, congratulating him on the progress of the Gaza peace plan and reviewing advancements in trade discussions — fueling speculation about India’s potential participation in the summit.