A claim has been circulating online regarding External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s recent visit to the United States. Several Pakistan-based social media accounts allege that the White House denied Jaishankar’s request to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during the trip.
Multiple Pakistan-based accounts have shared the claim, which can be viewed here, here, and here.
Fact Check
The claim was found to be fake after an investigation. There is no credible evidence from the White House, reputable news outlets, or official Indian government communications indicating that such a meeting was requested and denied. The misinformation originated from Pakistan-based accounts.
The Ministry of External Affairs’ official account also debunked the claim as fake.
At the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Mr. Marco Rubio, the External Affairs Minister (EAM) of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar, undertook an official visit to United States of America from 30 June to 02 July 2025 to participate in the next edition of the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (QFMM), scheduled for 1 July 2025.
Conclusion
Thus, based on the official clarification from India’s Ministry of External Affairs, it is evident that the viral claim is fake. No such meeting request was made or denied, and there is no official record of any refusal by the White House.
