Trudeau Slams Honoring of Alleged Nazi War Veteran as 'Unacceptable' During Zelensky Visit
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said honoring a Ukrainian veteran alleged to have fought for the Nazis was "clearly unacceptable" and "deeply embarrassing".
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House Speaker Anthony Rota apologized for recognizing 98-year-old Yaroslav Hunka during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Canada.
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Hunka served in a Nazi SS unit during World War II, which Rota said he later became aware of.
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Rota's Liberal Party called the incident "shocking" and "disturbing", while the opposition Conservatives criticized the government's vetting.
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Jewish advocacy groups also slammed the recognition of Hunka, as Rota reiterated his apologies.