Iran has taken a swipe at Donald Trump after he shared a post describing countries like India and China as “hellholes” during a debate on US birthright citizenship laws.In a sharp response, Iran’s Consulate General in Mumbai posted a video on X showcasing the cultural and natural richness of Maharashtra. The post sarcastically suggested that Trump take a “one-way cultural detox” trip to India, adding, “Kabhi India aa ke dekho, phir bolna.”Maybe someone should book a one-way cultural detox for Mr. #Trump, it might just reduce the random bakwaas 😏Kabhi #India aa ke dekho, phir bolna. pic.twitter.com/kkocLZ31XX— Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) April 23, 2026Row triggered by reposted remarksThe controversy began after Trump reposted comments by conservative radio host Michael Savage, who used derogatory language while criticising US birthright citizenship laws. Savage alleged that immigrants from countries like India and China misuse the system, making offensive remarks that drew widespread backlash.Trump’s repost was widely interpreted as endorsing those views.India registers strong protestIndia responded firmly, calling the remarks “uninformed, inappropriate and in poor taste.” The Ministry of External Affairs emphasised that such statements do not reflect the strong and respectful ties between India and the United States.“We have seen the comments… They certainly do not reflect the reality of the India-US relationship,” spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.US moves to contain falloutAmid the backlash, the US Embassy in New Delhi issued a clarification, stating that Trump considers India a “great country” and shares a positive relationship with its leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The episode has sparked diplomatic unease and renewed scrutiny of rhetoric around immigration debates in the United States.