On India’s 77th Republic Day, world leaders sent warm wishes — including U.S. President Donald Trump, who spoke of a “historic bond” between the world’s largest and oldest democracies. But behind the greetings lies a tougher reality. Leaked audio and official statements suggest Washington may be stalling the long-awaited U.S.–India trade deal. From Ted Cruz naming Trump, JD Vance and Peter Navarro as obstacles, to shifting U.S. goalposts and tariff pressure, we ask a blunt question: is this really a partnership of democracies — or a transaction driven by ego and leverage? Palki Sharma tells you.
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