July 8, 2026
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SALDEF Statement on International Arrests and the Ongoing Threat of Transnational Repression
SALDEF welcomes the coordinated international law enforcement effort that resulted in the arrest of the 24 individuals allegedly connected to India-based transnational organized crime groups operating across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
This action represents an important step towards accountability. According to federal prosecutors, the charges encompass a range of serious offenses, including racketeering, targeted violence, and allegations related to the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.
These developments underscore the serious threat posed by transnational criminal networks and reinforce the need for continued efforts to investigate and address transnational repression affecting Sikh communities abroad.
SALDEF remains committed to advocating for policies that protect individuals from transnational repression, supporting accountability through the rule of law, and safeguarding the rights and security of Sikh Americans and all communities targeted by transnational repression and violence.