A recent incident involving the US military’s accidental killing of three Indian soldiers during enforcement of a naval blockade is straining relations between the United States and India. The US was enforcing a naval blockade when the incident occurred, firing on a vessel and resulting in the deaths of the Indian personnel. This event marks a significant setback for the typically strong bilateral relationship between the two nations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump are scheduled to meet at the G7 summit to address the issue and attempt to repair the damage. However, analysts suggest Modi may view efforts to reset the relationship as insufficient. The incident casts a shadow over the upcoming meeting and raises questions about the future of US-India cooperation.