Cardin Lifts Hold on India Drone Sale After Assurances of Investigation into Alleged Assassination Plot
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Cardin lifted his hold on the proposed $31 MQ-9B drone sale to India after assurances of Indian investigation into alleged assassination plot.
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The alleged plot involved Indian officials attempting to assassinate Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US-Canadian citizen.
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Cardin said he intends to hold the administration accountable on ensuring a credible investigation.
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Cardin reiterated support for broader US-India partnership based on trust and respect.
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Issue highlights need for difficult conversations on human rights as partnership deepens.