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Trudeau Government Criticized for Honoring Ukrainian Nazi Veteran in Parliament

  • Trudeau government in Canada honored a Ukrainian Nazi who was part of Hitler's army that participated in genocide of Jews.

  • Trudeau had met with the Nazi veteran before honoring him in Parliament. His office failed to properly vet the guest.

  • Episode occurred during visit of Ukraine's President amid Canada's support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

  • Jewish community outraged over honoring Nazi veteran with standing ovation in Parliament.

  • Incident follows Trudeau's spat with India over support for violent Khalistani separatists and accusations about a Canadian Sikh's murder.

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