Canadian House Speaker Resigns After Controversial Invite of Former Nazi Soldier During Zelenskyy Address

Canada's House speaker Anthony Rota resigned after inviting former Nazi soldier Yaroslav Hunka to Parliament during Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's address.
Hunka fought for the Waffen-SS Galicia Division, a Nazi military unit, during World War II. His presence and recognition caused outrage.
All opposition parties called for Rota's resignation over the incident, which Rota says he takes full responsibility for.
The incident was seen as embarrassing for Canada and a propaganda victory for Russia.
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also faced criticism, with the opposition blaming him and saying Canada's reputation is damaged.

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Posted 9/26/2023, 8:51:00 PM

Canadian House Speaker Resigns After Controversial Invite of Former Nazi Soldier During Zelenskyy Address

Canada's House speaker Anthony Rota resigned after inviting former Nazi soldier Yaroslav Hunka to Parliament during Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's address.
Hunka fought for the Waffen-SS Galicia Division, a Nazi military unit, during World War II. His presence and recognition caused outrage.
All opposition parties called for Rota's resignation over the incident, which Rota says he takes full responsibility for.
The incident was seen as embarrassing for Canada and a propaganda victory for Russia.
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also faced criticism, with the opposition blaming him and saying Canada's reputation is damaged.

apnews.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/25/2023

Canadian House Speaker Apologizes for Honoring Controversial Waffen-SS Veteran

Canada's House of Commons Speaker, Anthony Rota, apologized after honoring a man who was later revealed to be a former member of a Nazi military unit, sparking condemnation from Jewish groups.

9/25/2023

Canada's House Speaker Apologizes for Praising Ukrainian Veteran with Nazi Ties

9/25/2023

Canadian Speaker Apologizes for Honoring Ukrainian Veteran with Nazi Ties

Canadian lawmakers celebrate Ukrainian Nazi during a parliament visit, causing embarrassment to Canada and leading to calls for the Speaker of the House to resign.

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