'Deeply concerned' by Canada's allegations against India: White House

“It is critical that Canada's investigation proceed and the perpetrators be brought to justice,” Adrienne Watson said in a statement.

The White House said Tuesday it was "deeply concerned" by Canadian allegations that Indian agents may have been involved in the murder of a Sikh leader in Canada.

White House NSC spokesperson Adrienne Watson

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"We are deeply concerned about the allegations referenced by Prime Minister (Justin) Trudeau," National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson said in a statement.

“We remain in regular contact with our Canadian partners. It is critical that Canada's investigation proceed and the perpetrators be brought to justice.”