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PM Modi-Trump Call Turns High-Stakes As Elon Musk Joins Talks Amid Rising West Asia Crisis: Report

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PM Modi-Trump Call Turns High-Stakes As Elon Musk Joins Talks Amid Rising West Asia Crisis: Report

| Mar 28, 2026, 10:27:37 AM | TOI.in

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A routine diplomatic call has turned into a global talking point. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a conversation on the West Asia crisis, focusing on peace and the security of the Strait of Hormuz. But what caught attention was the reported presence of Elon Musk. A private citizen joining a high-level wartime discussion is rare, and it raises serious questions about the evolving nature of global influence. India’s stance remains balanced — pushing for de-escalation while protecting its energy lifelines. But the larger story is about changing power dynamics. Governments are no longer the only players shaping global outcomes. Technology leaders and economic powerhouses are entering the conversation. As the conflict intensifies, this unusual call reflects a new reality — where diplomacy, strategy and influence are no longer confined to traditional corridors of power.

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