In a significant development in the diplomatic tension between Bharat and Canada, two suspects linked to the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar are reportedly under police surveillance in British Columbia. The Globe and Mail, a prominent Canadian newspaper, cited three sources revealing that the alleged killers have been monitored for months, and arrests are anticipated within the next few weeks.
The incident, which occurred on June 18 outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, has strained relations between the two nations. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau previously accused the Indian government of involvement in Nijjar’s murder, leading to a series of diplomatic exchanges. Despite the Canadian claims, India has consistently rejected the allegations, labeling them as “absurd and motivated.”
The sources suggest that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is preparing to make arrests and lay charges against the two suspects. When charges are filed, the police are expected to reveal the roles of the accused individuals and their alleged connections to the Indian government. The identities of the sources remain undisclosed due to national security and police concerns.
It remains uncertain whether the RCMP will apprehend any suspected accomplices in the killing, and as of now, the police have not commented on the investigation or the imminent charges. The diplomatic fallout from this incident has led to visa services being halted briefly and the expulsion of diplomats from both countries.
Justin Trudeau, in September and later on November 12, reiterated his accusations against the Indian government, claiming violations of the Vienna Convention and connecting the expulsion of Canadian diplomats to the murder investigation. However, India has insisted that Canada has failed to provide any evidence to substantiate its claims.
The upcoming arrests and charges in this case could potentially bring more clarity to the situation and impact the diplomatic relations between Bharat and Canada. As the story unfolds, global attention remains focused on the resolution of this high-profile and sensitive issue.
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