Canada expelled six Indian diplomats, linking them to the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that India’s agents were involved in violent activities, posing threats to public safety.
India denied the allegations and retaliated by expelling six Canadian diplomats. The dispute marks a severe breakdown in ties between the two nations, as Canada is home to a large Sikh population. Trudeau emphasized that India had engaged in criminal acts, while India accused Canada of pursuing a political agenda.