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"Trudeau's Apology for Nazi Praise in Canadian Parliament Sparks Controversy"

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has formally apologized after the speaker of the House of Commons praised a Nazi veteran in the chamber while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was present. The speaker, Anthony Rota, resigned and took sole responsibility for the incident. Trudeau apologized to Zelenskiy and the Ukrainian delegation, stating that recognizing the veteran was a mistake and a violation of the memory of those who suffered under the Nazi regime. Russia has used the incident to support its claim that Ukraine needs to be "denazified," a charge that Ukraine and its Western allies reject. The official opposition Conservatives hold Trudeau responsible for the incident, accusing him of negligence.

via Reuters Canada|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Controversial Nazi Honoring in Canadian Parliament Sparks Outrage and Resignations

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued an apology on behalf of Canada after a Ukrainian man who fought for a Nazi unit was unknowingly applauded in parliament. The incident, which drew global condemnation, occurred during a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trudeau apologized directly to Zelensky and expressed deep regret for the standing ovation given to Yaroslav Hunka, a 98-year-old former member of the 14th Waffen-SS Grenadier Division. The Speaker of the House, Anthony Rota, who invited Hunka, has resigned, taking responsibility for the mistake. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre criticized Trudeau for not taking personal responsibility and called the incident the "biggest single diplomatic embarrassment" in Canada's history.

via BBC|

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Controversial Nazi Veteran Invitation Forces Canada's House Speaker to Resign

The Speaker of Canada's House of Commons, Anthony Rota, has resigned after inviting a 98-year-old man who fought for a Nazi military unit during World War II to Parliament to attend a speech by the Ukrainian president. Rota introduced the man as a war hero without realizing that he had fought for the SS Galicia Division, a voluntary unit under the command of the Nazis. Rota's actions caused outrage and led to calls for his resignation from opposition parties. The incident has been described as embarrassing and has caused pain to the Jewish community in Canada and around the world. Rota accepted full responsibility for his actions and stepped down after meeting with party leaders.

via NPR|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Canada Parliament Speaker Resigns Over Nazi Veteran Controversy

The speaker of Canada's parliament, Anthony Rota, has resigned following a controversy over his praise of a Ukrainian veteran who fought for the Nazis during World War II. Rota faced pressure to step down after it was revealed that the veteran had served in a Nazi-linked military unit. Rota apologized for his error and the pain caused to Jewish communities. The incident has drawn criticism and accusations of giving a propaganda victory to Russia. Several political parties in Canada had called for Rota's resignation, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called his remarks shameful. The visit of Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky to Canada aimed at bolstering international support amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia.

via NDTV|

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