Canada and India have expelled diplomats in the midst of growing tensions over the investigation into the assassination of a Sikh activist in British Columbia last year. The two countries have accused each other of involvement in what authorities are calling a “campaign of violence.”
The victim, Balraj Singh, was a prominent advocate for Sikh rights and had been vocal about the issue of alleged human rights violations against Sikhs in India. His murder sent shockwaves through the Sikh community in Canada and has now become a diplomatic flashpoint between the two countries.
Canadian authorities are alleging that Indian diplomats were involved in orchestrating the assassination, while India has denied any involvement and has in turn expelled Canadian diplomats in retaliation. The escalating war of words between the two governments has raised concerns about the stability of their diplomatic relationship.
Meanwhile, police in British Columbia are continuing to uncover new evidence in the case, revealing a complex web of connections between the victim, his alleged assassins, and their possible ties to foreign governments. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
As the diplomatic crisis deepens, both Canada and India are facing pressure to resolve their differences and cooperate in the investigation. The international community is watching closely, as the outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications for diplomatic relations between the two countries.
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