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Canada flags Khalistani violent extremists as national security threat in new intelligence report
Politics
Published on 2 May 2026

Report also alleges political meddling by multiple states
Canada’s intelligence service CSIS warns that Khalistani elements are a violent extremist threat to national security. The report further alleges that foreign actors are interfering in Canadian politics, naming China, Russia, India, Iran and Pakistan. The findings raise concerns about coordinated influence operations alongside extremist activity.
- CSIS calls Khalistani elements a violent extremist threat
- The report links national security risks to extremist activity
- Allegations include foreign interference in Canadian politics
- Named countries: China, Russia, India, Iran and Pakistan
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