BREAKING: Canada reveals intelligence evidence of Indian diplomat involvement in Hardeep Singh murder
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The death of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has sparked a prolonged investigation by Canadian authorities, intensifying tensions with India, as reported by an international media outlet. This extensive inquiry delved into a variety of intelligence sources, encompassing both human and signal intelligence, including communications from Indian officials, even involving diplomats within Canada. Notably, a portion of this intelligence did not originate solely from Canada; some was contributed by an undisclosed ally within the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.
Amidst this diplomatic crisis, Canadian authorities shuttled back and forth to India, endeavoring to secure cooperation for the ongoing investigation. Nijjar, the victim, met a tragic end when he was brutally murdered outside a Sikh temple in Surrey, B.C., Canada, on June 18. Prior to his death, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service had reportedly cautioned him about the imminent risks to his safety.
In the midst of these developments, Jody Thomas, the Canadian National Security and Intelligence Adviser, embarked on visits to India during the months of August and September. His last visit coincided with a tense encounter between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Canadian sources have revealed that when questioned privately, no Indian official denied the serious allegations central to this case, potentially indicating the involvement of Indian authorities in the assassination of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil.
Speaking in New York after participating in the United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized the gravity of the decision to bring forth these charges in the House of Commons, emphasizing that it was not taken lightly. Canadian officials have yet to disclose the evidence they possess, hinting that it may be revealed during potential legal proceedings in the near future.
