Canada expels Chinese diplomat over alleged intimidation of lawmaker, risking retaliation.

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Canada expels Chinese diplomat over alleged intimidation of lawmaker, risking retaliation.
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Canada has expelled a Chinese diplomat for allegedly trying to intimidate a Canadian lawmaker critical of China's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minority. The decision comes after an intelligence report accused the diplomat of being part of a campaign to threaten and harass the lawmaker and his family. China has condemned the expulsion and warned of retaliation. Diplomatic expulsions are rare in Canada, highlighting the seriousness with which Ottawa is viewing the situation.

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