“Attacked for simply speaking the truth”: Czech officials defend former NHL legend Dominik Hasek after threatening comments by Russian official Dmitry Medvedev

Czech Republic's top leaders have condemned threatening statements made by Russian Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev, against former NHL legend Dominik Hasek. Medvedev made personal insults and implied threats, suggesting Hasek should watch the road and take care of his drink of choice. Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala and Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský criticized Medvedev's rhetoric, calling it "primitive behavior" and stating that Hasek's firm stance draws international respect and lethal hostility.

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