Canadian Speaker Apologizes for Honoring WWII Veteran Who Fought for Nazis

Speaker of Canada's House of Commons apologized for honoring 98-year-old Yaroslav Hunka, who fought for Nazi military unit in WWII
Hunka was recognized after Zelenskyy addressed Canadian lawmakers, given standing ovation
Rota said he regretted decision, apologized to Jewish communities in Canada and worldwide
First Ukrainian Division known as Waffen-SS Galicia Division, a voluntary Nazi unit
Jewish organizations outraged, demanded explanation of how Hunka was allowed into Parliament and honored

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