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Posted 9/26/2023, 12:26:39 AM

Canadian Speaker Faces Backlash After Tribute to Nazi Soldier in Parliament

Speaker faces calls to resign after tribute to veteran who fought for Nazis causes uproar in Canada's Parliament
Incident condemned as "deeply embarrassing" and a propaganda win for Russia amid claims veteran was part of WWII Nazi division
PM Trudeau faces demands to apologize but points finger at Speaker who took "full responsibility"
Jewish groups react with shock, opposition calls tribute a "stain" on Canada's reputation
Pressure ramps up on Speaker to resign over scandal that gripped the nation

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Posted 9/26/2023, 12:26:39 AM

Canadian Speaker Faces Backlash After Tribute to Nazi Soldier in Parliament

Speaker faces calls to resign after tribute to veteran who fought for Nazis causes uproar in Canada's Parliament
Incident condemned as "deeply embarrassing" and a propaganda win for Russia amid claims veteran was part of WWII Nazi division
PM Trudeau faces demands to apologize but points finger at Speaker who took "full responsibility"
Jewish groups react with shock, opposition calls tribute a "stain" on Canada's reputation
Pressure ramps up on Speaker to resign over scandal that gripped the nation

politico.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/5/2023

Air Canada apologizes for booting passengers who complained that their seats were smeared with vomit

9/24/2023

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9/25/2023

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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.

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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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Trudeau Slams Honoring of Alleged Nazi War Veteran as 'Unacceptable' During Zelensky Visit

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau criticized the standing ovation given to a Ukrainian veteran who fought for the Nazis during World War II, calling it "clearly unacceptable" and shameful.

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Canada's House Speaker Apologizes After Honoring Nazi Soldier During Zelenskyy Visit

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