Czech leaders condemn Russian threats against NHL legend

April 23, 2025, 8:21 am

Czech officials have strongly denounced threatening remarks from former Russian leadership aimed at silencing NHL great Dominik Hasek. The criticisms underscore diplomatic tensions as Czech authorities defend free speech and support one of their sports icons amid geopolitical disputes.


torontosun.com / Czech leaders condemn Russian threats against NHL great Dominik Hasek

PRAGUE — Czech leaders have condemned threats made by a former Russian president and prime minister against NHL great Dominik Hasek for his critical stance of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Dmitry Medvedev, who is currently deputy head of Russia’s Security Council chaired by President...

winnipegfreepress.com / Czech leaders condemn Russian threats against NHL great Dominik Hasek


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