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Canada Warns Remaining Indian Diplomats After Expelling Six Over Sikh Leader's Assassination

Oct 19, 2024, 02:00 AM

Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly has issued a stern warning to Indian diplomats remaining in Canada, stating they are 'clearly on notice' following the expulsion of six diplomats, including the Indian High Commissioner. This action comes after the Indian High Commissioner was named a person of interest in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader. Joly emphasized that Canada will not tolerate any actions by diplomats that contravene the Vienna Convention and highlighted concerns about transnational repression by Indian agents on Canadian soil. Joly also mentioned that more expulsions are possible and urged the remaining diplomats to respect Canadian law. The diplomatic row between Canada and India has intensified, with Joly urging Canadians to be aware of the activities of Indian diplomats and agents in the country.