NHL player Alexander Ovechkin is receiving criticism for his role in a campaign advertisement that promotes Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of the upcoming elections in Russia. This incident follows Ovechkin's history of supporting Putin, who has faced international condemnation for various actions deemed as crimes against humanity.
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Alexander Ovechkin criticized for appearance in Putin campaign ad
NHL player Alexander Ovechkin has been criticized for appearing in a campaign advertisement for Russian President Vladimir Putin before the country's elections. This follows Ovechkin's ongoing support for Putin, who has been widely condemned internationally.
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