Samoan Prime Minister Apologises For Leaked Nazi Gesture Video
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Samoa's prime minister apologised for a leaked video showing him making a Nazi salute years ago.
Samoa's prime minister has issued an apology after footage emerged showing him making a Nazi gesture and uttering a fascist phrase during a private family gathering. Head of government La’auli Leuatea Schmidt explained that the recording dates back nearly two decades and was never intended for public viewing. The leader expressed regret for the incident as the video circulated widely online.
- The leaked video dates back to a family gathering held in two thousand and seven.
- Prime Minister La’auli Leuatea Schmidt released a formal statement acknowledging his actions in the recording.
- The footage shows the leader performing a Nazi salute alongside making a verbal reference to Adolf Hitler.
Why it matters
Politicians facing scrutiny over unearthed historical footage often confront intense public backlash regarding conduct and standards of leadership.
What outlets agree on
Samoa's prime minister has apologised following the leak of an old video showing him making a Nazi gesture and saying Heil Hitler at a family event.
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- ABC News (Australia)Samoan PM apologises for 'heil Hitler' salute at family event in 20073h ago · open ↗
- South China Morning PostPro-Israel Samoa prime minister apologises for Nazi gesture in leaked video4h ago · open ↗
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