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"Mexico Breaks Diplomatic Ties with Ecuador Following Embassy Raid"
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"Diplomatic Tensions Escalate: Ecuadorian Police Enter Mexican Embassy in Quito"
Mexico's president announced the severance of diplomatic ties with Ecuador after Ecuadorian police forcibly entered the Mexican embassy in Quito and detained former Vice President Jorge Glas, who was seeking asylum. The raid occurred after Mexico granted Glas political asylum, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The Mexican president condemned the act as a violation of international law and sovereignty, while Ecuador defended its actions, leading to a potential wedge between the governments.
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Canada recalls 41 diplomats from India amidst escalating tensions
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"Canada's Diplomatic Withdrawal from India Amidst Sikh Murder Dispute"
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"India-Canada Diplomatic Spat: Visa Suspensions and Caution Advised"
India has suspended visa services for Canadian citizens, citing "security threats" against its diplomats in Canada, amid an escalating diplomatic spat. The move comes after Canada accused India of potential involvement in the assassination of a Sikh separatist activist on Canadian soil. India's Ministry of External Affairs stated that the suspension was due to the incitement of violence, inaction by Canadian authorities, and the disruption of its high commission and consulates. The travel advisory from India's foreign ministry warned its citizens of "politically condoned hate crimes" in Canada. The tensions have led to the expulsion of senior diplomats from both countries, raising concerns about strained relations between key partners of the United States.
India-Canada Tensions Escalate: Trudeau Accuses India in Sikh's Killing, Expels Canadian Diplomat
India has expelled a top Canadian diplomat in response to Canadian accusations that India may have been involved in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in Vancouver. India dismissed the allegations as absurd and cited growing concern over Canadian diplomats' interference in internal matters and involvement in anti-India activities. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that Canada is not looking to provoke or escalate tensions and wants to work with India to clarify the situation. While Canada has yet to provide evidence of Indian involvement, if true, it would mark a significant shift for India. The dueling expulsions have escalated tensions between the two countries, with Trudeau having frosty encounters with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the recent G20 meeting.
India-Canada Tensions Escalate as Trudeau Accuses India in Sikh's Killing
India has expelled a top Canadian diplomat in response to Canadian accusations that India may have been involved in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in Vancouver. India dismissed the allegations as absurd and cited growing concern over Canadian diplomats' interference in internal matters and involvement in anti-India activities. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that Canada is not looking to provoke or escalate tensions and wants to work with India to clarify the situation. While Canada has yet to provide evidence of Indian involvement, the expulsion has further escalated tensions between the two countries.
"Canada and India's Diplomatic Fallout: Expulsions and Accusations Over Sikh Leader's Killing"
Canada and India have engaged in tit-for-tat diplomatic expulsions following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations that India was involved in the state-sponsored assassination of Sikh independence advocate Hardeep Singh Niijar in Canada. Trudeau stood firm on the accusations, describing them as "extremely serious" and warning of "far-reaching consequences" in international law. The expulsions have escalated tensions between the two countries, potentially impacting bilateral trade talks. The United States expressed concern and backed Canada's investigation, while the UK called for India's cooperation. India accused Canada of giving safe haven to Sikh extremists, while prominent Indian figures criticized Trudeau. The revelations come amid a public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada, with calls to include India in the investigation.
"India and Canada Clash Over Sikh Activist's Death: Diplomats Expelled"
India and Canada have expelled diplomats in a tit-for-tat move following allegations that Indian government operatives were involved in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the accusation during a speech before Parliament, straining relations between the two nations and potentially impacting ties between the U.S.-led alliance and India. India rejected the allegations as "absurd and motivated" and accused Canada of sheltering Khalistani terrorists. The controversy comes at a sensitive time as Western nations seek to strengthen ties with India while refraining from criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's authoritarian policies.
Russia Shuts Down Polish Consulate in Retaliatory Move
Russia has announced the closure of Poland's consulate in Smolensk as a retaliatory measure, citing Poland's seizure of a high school for the children of Russian diplomats in Warsaw. The move aims to restore parity in diplomatic presence between the two countries.