CANADA: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s administration was again criticized as they gave a standing ovation to a Nazi Army general who fought in World War 2 after the ongoing controversy with India.
Many Canadians questioned Trudeau’s decision to sour relations with the world’s fifth-largest economy over the death of a convicted extremist leader, while others accused him of turning Canada into a “nesting place” for Nazis and other extreme groups.
Justin Trudeau claimed the Indian government was allegedly involved in the killing of Pro-Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, but Delhi vehemently refuted it. Conservatives advised caution, while opposition leader Pierre Poilievre noted Trudeau’s accusations led to negative remarks about Hindus in Canada.
Poilievre wrote on X, “Every Canadian deserves to live without fear and feel welcomed in their community.”
“In recent days, we have seen hateful comments targeting Hindus in Canada. Conservatives condemn these comments against our Hindu neighbours and friends. Hindus have made invaluable contributions to every part of our country and will always be welcome here,” he added.
Opposition leader Andrew Scheer accused Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of promoting “conspiracy theories” that are damaging Canada’s relationship with the world’s largest democracy.
Scheer criticized Trudeau’s theory that a convicted terrorist’s death was the fault of agents working for the Indian government. Scheer questioned Trudeau’s “incompetence” and urged him to present proof of his conspiracy theories.
Canadian parliamentarians praised Ukrainian Yaroslav Hunka, who served in the 14th Waffen Grenadier Division of the Nazi SS during World War II, despite the Trudeau administration dealing with the Nijjar controversy. This was met with criticism from opposition parties and Jewish organizations worldwide, including the Russian ambassador to Canada.
Canadian Speaker of the House Anthony Rota has accepted responsibility for an error in a speech. He apologized for the mistake with a statement, “In my remarks following the address of the President of Ukraine, I recognized an individual in the gallery. I have subsequently become aware of more information which causes me to regret my decision to do so.”
“This initiative was entirely my own, I particularly want to extend my deepest apologies to Jewish communities in Canada and around the world. I accept full responsibility for my actions,” he wrote.
Poilievre wrote on X, “No parliamentarians (other than Justin Trudeau) had the opportunity to vet this individual’s past before he was introduced and honoured on the floor of the House of Commons. Without warning or context, it was impossible for any parliamentarian in the room (other than Trudeau) to know of this dark past. Trudeau must personally apologize and avoid passing the blame to others as he always does.”
The Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada has criticized Justin Trudeau’s handling of the Nijjar issue and the mysterious death of Pakistani human rights campaigner Karima Baloch in exile.
The Toronto Police’s investigation was careless, with no foul play suspected within 48 hours. Baloch’s supporter claims that the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was issuing death threats against her.
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