New Delhi, July 1 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday to discuss a wide range of defence-related issues and bilateral cooperation, the Ministry of Defence said in a release.

During the call, Singh highlighted Pakistan's long track record of cross-border terrorism and said that it has become a safe haven for nternationally banned terrorists from around the world, enjoying immunity.

The Ministry of Defence said Rajnath Singh appreciated the unwavering support extended by the US to India in its fight against terrorism.

The two leaders discussed a broad canvas of issues, ranging from long-term cooperation in the defence sector -- including training and militar...