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Trump Walks Back Hellhole Remark and Calls India a Great Country After Backlash
International
Published on 24 April 2026
He reversed course after “hellhole” anger
After widespread outrage over Donald Trump calling India a “hellhole,” the US embassy says Trump clarified his remarks in a new statement. Embassy officials report Trump praised India, describing it as a “great country” and emphasizing the relationship with a close friend. The reversal marks a rapid shift amid political and diplomatic backlash.
- Trump faced backlash for calling India a “hellhole”
- US embassy says he clarified and praised India instead
- New statement calls India a “great country”
- The episode highlights tense diplomacy in public remarks
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