https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/samoa-pm-apologises-after-nazi-salute-video-emergesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/samoa-pm-apologises-after-nazi-salute-video-emergeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/samoa-pm-apologises-after-nazi-salute-video-emerges#u132281Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:20:44 +0000Samoan Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt has issued a formal apology after a leaked video from 2007 emerged online, showing him performing a Nazi salute and shouting "Heil Hitler." The footage, recorded during a private family event on the island of Savai'i when he served as deputy speaker of Parliament, has drawn swift condemnation and political scrutiny. Schmidt stated that his actions were inappropriate, capable of causing offense and hurt, and did not reflect his true beliefs. Meanwhile, the political opposition remains unconvinced regarding his stance on Nazi