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The UK has called on India to cooperate with Canada’s investigation into the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose assassination has escalated tensions between the two nations. Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and pro-Khalistan activist, was gunned down in British Columbia in June 2023. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated there were “credible allegations“ linking the Indian government to the assassination, a claim that India vehemently denies. Diplomatic ties have worsened, with both countries expelling several diplomats. The UK, which shares strategic partnerships with both India and Canada, has expressed full confidence in Canada’s judicial process and is encouraging India to engage in the investigation. India has faced similar allegations in the US, with reports of Indian agents attempting to assassinate Sikh leaders. The UK’s Sikh community has also raised concerns about threats to their safety, with activists calling for more protection and accountabilit