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Alleged Plot

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politics1 year ago

"Venezuelan Rights Activist Rocío San Miguel Detained for Alleged Plot"

Venezuelan human rights activist Rocío San Miguel, a vocal critic of President Nicolás Maduro, has been detained by officials over an alleged plot to kill the president. The government has provided few details of the alleged plot, and rights activists have raised concerns about her arrest. This comes amid a wave of detentions of government critics accused of similar plots, as the government prepares for the upcoming presidential election. Critics argue that these actions are aimed at suppressing opposition to Maduro's government.

international-relations2 years ago

"Alleged 'Plot to Kill Pannun' Threatens US-India Relations, Warn Indian-American Lawmakers"

All five Indian-American members of the United States House of Representatives have urged India to hold accountable those responsible for an alleged plot to assassinate a Khalistani Sikh extremist in New York, including government officials. They warned that failure to fully investigate and address the allegations could cause significant damage to the partnership between the two nations. The US Department of Justice has accused an Indian government official of involvement in the plot, following a similar claim by Canada. The allegations have strained diplomatic relations, with expulsions of diplomats and travel advisories issued. The US allegation comes as President Biden declined Prime Minister Modi's invitation to attend India's Republic Day ceremony, casting a shadow over bilateral ties.

international-relations2 years ago

"Biden and Modi's Tested Bond: Unraveling an Alleged Plot and Its Implications"

The alleged murder-for-hire plot involving a Sikh American on U.S. soil has tested the bond between President Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While the United States has no information that Modi was aware of the plot, the incident highlights the challenges American presidents face in balancing relationships with imperfect allies. Biden's advisors maintain that the strategic partnership between the two countries remains strong, driven by Modi's desire to assert India as an economic superpower and Biden's need for a powerful ally against Russia and China. The Biden administration has emphasized the importance of holding accountable anyone responsible for the alleged crimes, while also maintaining a positive relationship with India.