Shuster not leaving despite denial of work permit

Shuster is going to work in Ukraine without getting a salary / Photo from 3s.tv

"We can work without a work permit," he said.

"Of course, I will be back on air. And one can be on the air without getting a salary," he said.

Shuster claims that the denial is an "absolutely conscious action" that "absolutely cannot stand any criticism."

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Shuster in turn accused the government of going after him for the criticism of the government.

Soviet-born Shuster, who is a Canadian citizen, moved to Ukraine in 2005 after his work and residence permits were revoked in Russia.