Following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's return from the G20 summit in New Delhi, where he faced criticism for not taking action against wanted Khalistani terrorists in Canada, he made a surprising claim in parliament.
Trudeau mentioned 'credible allegations' of potential links between Indian government agents and the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen.
These allegations led to a diplomatic spat, with both countries expelling a diplomat.
India swiftly rejected Trudeau's claims as 'absurd' and 'motivated,' accusing Canada of harboring Khalistan separatists harmful to India's sovereignty.
These recent developments have strained relations between India and Canada and are forcing Western countries to tread carefully.
They must avoid alienating India, a rising power, while not abandoning Canada, a NATO member.