India-U.S. ties tested amid alleged assassination plot targeting Sikh separatists
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U.S. officials uncovered an alleged plot by an Indian official to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader living in New York City. This follows allegations by Canada's PM about India's potential link to another Sikh separatist's killing.
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The alleged assassinations were meant to precede other politically motivated killings in the U.S. and Canada. The goal was to kill at least 4 people by June 29.
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India's reaction has been more cooperative with the U.S. than with Canada, with New Delhi setting up a committee to investigate the accusations.
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The case risks damaging India-U.S. ties that Biden has prioritized boosting to counter China. However, both sides want to prevent permanent harm.
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Early signs of impact on the relationship could come if Biden accepts or declines India's Republic Day parade invitation. His attendance would boost confidence.