Japanese atomic bomb survivors worry Zelenskyy’s G7 visit overshadows nuke disarmament message
1 year, 7 months ago

Japanese atomic bomb survivors worry Zelenskyy’s G7 visit overshadows nuke disarmament message

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s last-minute participation Sunday in the Group of Seven summit has brought intense global attention to Russia’s invasion of his nation. “Zelenskyy’s visit is not appropriate for Hiroshima, which is a peace-loving city,” said Etsuko Nakatani, an activist whose parents survived the Hiroshima atomic bombing in 1945. Many Hiroshima residents hope that understanding the city’s tragic past will push leaders to “take up the abolition of nuclear weapons as an urgent political issue, not an ideal,” she said. “It only makes us feel that Hiroshima was merely used by nuclear states to send a peace message.” The summit started with a G7 leaders’ visit to a peace park and a museum dedicated to those who died in the world’s first wartime atomic bombing, and a similar visit of leaders from eight guest nations Sunday. The G7 leaders issued a joint statement on nuclear disarmament that calls for the continued non-use of nuclear weapons, transparency and dialogue between nuclear and non-nuclear states, but it justifies nuclear weapons meant to “serve defensive purposes, deter aggression and prevent war and coercion.” Zelenskyy has consistently called for Western fighter jets to bolster his country’s defenses.

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I survived Nagasaki bombing – Putin has no idea of the horrors of nuclear war
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I survived Nagasaki bombing – Putin has no idea of the horrors of nuclear war

The Independent  

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Putin not aware of nuke weapons' threat: Nagasaki survivor before Nobel ceremony
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Putin not aware of nuke weapons' threat: Nagasaki survivor before Nobel ceremony

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin does not truly understand the destructive power of nuclear weapons, a 92-year-old survivor of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki said on Monday, on the eve of his Japanese survivors' group receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. This year's Nobel Peace Prize was won by Nihon Hidankyo, a group of now elderly survivors of the US atomic bombing …

Hiroshima Mayor calls nuclear deterrence 'folly' as city marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing
1 year, 4 months ago

Hiroshima Mayor calls nuclear deterrence 'folly' as city marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing

The Hindu  

Hiroshima officials criticized growing support for nuclear weapons as a detterent resulting from uneasiness over Russia's war in Ukraine and tensions in the Koreas, commenting on August 6 as the city remembered the atomic bombing of 78 years ago. Japan is set to commemorate on August 6 and 9 the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, …

Hiroshima mayor calls nuclear deterrence ‘folly’ as city marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing
1 year, 4 months ago

Hiroshima mayor calls nuclear deterrence ‘folly’ as city marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Hiroshima officials criticized growing support for nuclear weapons as a detterent resulting from uneasiness over Russia’s war in Ukraine and tensions in the Koreas, commenting Sunday as the city remembered the atomic bombing of 78 years ago. The leaders issued a joint statement calling for the continued non-use of nuclear weapons, but they also justified having such arms …

The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away
1 year, 4 months ago

The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away

The Hindu  

The morning of August 6, 1945, dawned clear and sunny as the Enola Gay wheeled over Hiroshima and dropped its payload on the city centre. Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued several veiled and not-so-veiled nuclear threats, ranging from reminding the world of Russia’s nuclear weapons status at the start of the war against Ukraine on February 24, 2022 to …

Can the G7 Summit Jumpstart Kishida’s Denuclearization Dream?
1 year, 6 months ago

Can the G7 Summit Jumpstart Kishida’s Denuclearization Dream?

The Diplomat  

On May 21, the Group of Seven summit in Hiroshima, Japan, concluded with much fanfare. “I invited President Zelenskyy of Ukraine to Japan, and we’ve shown the firm solidarity between the G-7 and Ukraine,” Kishida said at a press conference at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park on May 21 after the G-7 summit concluded. At the press conference, Kishida, a …

Solidarity for peace: on the Hiroshima meet of the G-7
1 year, 7 months ago

Solidarity for peace: on the Hiroshima meet of the G-7

The Hindu  

By holding the meeting of the “G-7”, or the so-called group of the world’s most industrialised nations, in Hiroshima, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who belongs to the city, wanted to send out a message of global solidarity for peace. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s surprise arrival also enhanced the message by turning the spotlight on the horrors of Russia’s invasion; …

Analysis: Japanese PM faces dilemma at G7 as he balances anti-nuke goals with reality of threats
1 year, 7 months ago

Analysis: Japanese PM faces dilemma at G7 as he balances anti-nuke goals with reality of threats

The Independent  

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G7 Summit: PM Modi, other leaders pay floral tributes at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
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G7 Summit: PM Modi, other leaders pay floral tributes at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes on Sunday at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, built in memory of the people who died in a nuclear attack on the city toward the end of WWII. PM Narendra Modi begins his day by visiting the Peace Memorial Museum, where he observed the documented exhibits and signed the visitor's book." He also …

Zelenskyy calls on G7 to ensure Russia is ‘last aggressor’
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelenskyy calls on G7 to ensure Russia is ‘last aggressor’

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian leader’s visit to Japan highlighted significant divisions preventing the formation of a united front against Russia. Hiroshima, Japan – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the world to prevent future wars by ensuring Russia is the “last aggressor”, capping a visit to Japan that secured new sanctions against Moscow and weapons for Kyiv. In a speech marking the …

G7 wants 'stable' China relations, warns on 'militarisation'
1 year, 7 months ago

G7 wants 'stable' China relations, warns on 'militarisation'

The Hindu  

The Group of Seven wealthy democracies united Saturday in urging China to pressure its strategic partner Russia to end its war on Ukraine. In a joint statement issued Saturday, the G7 leaders emphasized they did not want to harm China and were seeking “constructive and stable relations” with Beijing, “recognizing the importance of engaging candidly with and expressing our concerns …

Watch as G7 leaders and guest countries gather for family photo in Japan
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch as G7 leaders and guest countries gather for family photo in Japan

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Watch as G7 leaders and …

G7 aims to rein in risks from China, awaits Zelenskiy
1 year, 7 months ago

G7 aims to rein in risks from China, awaits Zelenskiy

Firstpost  

Leaders from the Group of Seven nations will outline steps on Saturday aimed at reducing risks from China while preserving economic ties, a day after they agreed to ramp up sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said G7 members were looking to “de-risk, not decouple” from China. Leaders of the world’s …

World leaders warn China and North Korea on nukes as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy travels to G7 summit
1 year, 7 months ago

World leaders warn China and North Korea on nukes as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy travels to G7 summit

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — Leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies warned China and North Korea against building up their nuclear arsenals, pivoting to major northeast Asian crises ahead of the arrival later Saturday of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The G7 leaders issued a statement warning that China’s “accelerating build-up of its nuclear arsenal without transparency meaningful dialogue poses a concern …

Atomic bomb survivors look to G7 summit in Hiroshima as a ‘sliver of hope’ for nuclear disarmament
1 year, 7 months ago

Atomic bomb survivors look to G7 summit in Hiroshima as a ‘sliver of hope’ for nuclear disarmament

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — This weekend’s summit of the Group of Seven leading industrial nations in Hiroshima provides a rare — and possibly final — chance for survivors of the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki to push for nuclear disarmament before a global audience. “But because they are meeting in Hiroshima I do have a sliver of hope that …

‘Give sorrow words’: G7 leaders reflect at Hiroshima bomb museum
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Give sorrow words’: G7 leaders reflect at Hiroshima bomb museum

Al Jazeera  

The horror of nuclear war has been highlighted by world leaders attending the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. Hiroshima, Japan – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has sought to use the G7 summit in Japan to highlight the horrors of nuclear war and promote his vision of a world without nuclear weapons. On Friday, G7 and European Union leaders visited …

Zelenskyy attendance at G7 confirmed, set to meet Japan’s Kishida
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelenskyy attendance at G7 confirmed, set to meet Japan’s Kishida

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a bilateral meeting with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida at the G7 summit in Hiroshima. Hiroshima, Japan – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his attendance at the Group of Seven summit, Japan’s foreign ministry has announced. Zelenskyy will also join a meeting on peace …

Zelenskyy goes on diplomatic blitz to tighten screws on Russia
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelenskyy goes on diplomatic blitz to tighten screws on Russia

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine leader’s visit to Hiroshima thrust the G7’s efforts to choke Russia’s economy to the top of a busy agenda. Hiroshima, Japan – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has embarked on a flurry of diplomacy with international leaders in Japan, turning the focus of the Group of Seven summit firmly towards efforts to end Russia’s 15-month war in Ukraine. French President …

Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in Hiroshima for G-7 summit as leaders sanction Russia
1 year, 7 months ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in Hiroshima for G-7 summit as leaders sanction Russia

LA Times  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, left, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meet at the Grand Prince Hotel during the Group of 7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived Saturday in Japan for talks with the leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies, a personal appearance meant to galvanize global attention as the nations ratcheted up …

Watch: World leaders arrive in Hiroshima as Zelensky expected to attend G7 summit
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Watch: World leaders arrive in Hiroshima as Zelensky expected to attend G7 summit

The Independent  

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Zelensky to join G7 at Hiroshima summit as leaders prepare to unveil new Russia sanctions
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelensky to join G7 at Hiroshima summit as leaders prepare to unveil new Russia sanctions

The Hindu  

Leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies huddled Friday to discuss new ways to punish Russia for its 15-month invasion of Ukraine, days before President Volodymyr Zelensky joins the Group of Seven summit in person on Sunday. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Jake Sullivan, the White House national security adviser, said there will be “discussions about the battlefield” …

Atomic bomb survivors look to G7 summit in Hiroshima as a 'sliver of hope' for nuclear disarmament
1 year, 7 months ago

Atomic bomb survivors look to G7 summit in Hiroshima as a 'sliver of hope' for nuclear disarmament

The Independent  

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G7 Hiroshima summit: Who’s participating, what will be discussed?
1 year, 7 months ago

G7 Hiroshima summit: Who’s participating, what will be discussed?

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Leaders of seven of the world’s most powerful democracies are gathering for the Group of Seven summit in Hiroshima, the location of the world’s first atomic attack at the end of World War II. From the emergence of crucial developing countries to security worries, including growing aggression from China, North Korea and Russia, here’s a look at the …

Hiroshima survivors warn G7 leaders about using nuclear bombs
1 year, 7 months ago

Hiroshima survivors warn G7 leaders about using nuclear bombs

Al Jazeera  

As the G7 summit takes place in Japan, survivors of the 1945 atomic bomb caution leaders about the human cost of nuclear weapons. Hiroshima, Japan – “It looked like a bright orange light, like the first sunrise of the year,” says Sadae Kasaoka, remembering the moment when the first nuclear bomb to ever be used was dropped by the United …

Ukraine, China, and nuclear war: This year’s G7 summit
1 year, 7 months ago

Ukraine, China, and nuclear war: This year’s G7 summit

Al Jazeera  

The G7 meets this year in Hiroshima to discuss Ukraine, China security concerns, and Russia’s nuclear power. It’s a sobering stage – 77 years ago, the United States dropped the first of two atomic bombs on Hiroshima, and today, the threat of nuclear war is at its highest in years. This year’s G7 agenda will be focused on continued financial …

G7 summit gets underway in Hiroshima as Japan warns world leaders on nuclear weapons
1 year, 7 months ago

G7 summit gets underway in Hiroshima as Japan warns world leaders on nuclear weapons

ABC  

World leaders are descending on the Japanese city of Hiroshima for this year's Group of Seven meeting, which is expected to focus on the war in Ukraine and China's rising influence in the Pacific. Key points: Japan chose Hiroshima as the host city to send a warning about the danger of nuclear weapons Japan has invited several Pacific nations to …

Hiroshima G-7 summit seeks to send out a strong message against Russia, says Japanese envoy
1 year, 7 months ago

Hiroshima G-7 summit seeks to send out a strong message against Russia, says Japanese envoy

The Hindu  

Upholding the rule of law and ensuring that Russia “pays a price” for its continuing invasion of Ukraine will be among the highest priorities for Japan as it hosts the G-7 summit of the world’s most developed countries this weekend, said Japan’s Ambassador to India Hiroshi Suzuki said on May 18. “We stand at a critical juncture to send a …

Biden, Japan’s Kishida meet ahead of G-7 summit, vowing to ‘stand strong’ against global threats
1 year, 7 months ago

Biden, Japan’s Kishida meet ahead of G-7 summit, vowing to ‘stand strong’ against global threats

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met Thursday aiming to showcase the strength of their alliance ahead of a Group of Seven summit where leading democracies will tackle the challenges of Russia’s war in Ukraine, North Korea’s ballistic nuclear threats and an increasingly forceful China. “When our countries stand together, we stand stronger and …

Watch: Global leaders arrive in Hiroshima for Japan G7 summit
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch: Global leaders arrive in Hiroshima for Japan G7 summit

The Independent  

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G-7 Hiroshima summit: Who's attending, what will be discussed?
1 year, 7 months ago

G-7 Hiroshima summit: Who's attending, what will be discussed?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Leaders of seven of the …

What is G7? What can we expect from the meet in Japan’s Hiroshima?
1 year, 7 months ago

What is G7? What can we expect from the meet in Japan’s Hiroshima?

Firstpost  

Leaders of the Group of Seven are set to meet in Japan’s Hiroshima. Officials with direct knowledge of the discussions said G7 nations plan to tighten sanctions on Russia with steps aimed at energy and exports aiding Moscow’s war effort. “You should expect to see, in a handful of spaces, particularly relating to Russia’s defence industrial base, that change in …

G-7 leaders likely to focus on the war in Ukraine and tensions in Asia at summit in Hiroshima
1 year, 7 months ago

G-7 leaders likely to focus on the war in Ukraine and tensions in Asia at summit in Hiroshima

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — The symbolism will be palpable when leaders of the world’s rich democracies sit down in Hiroshima, a city whose name evokes the tragedy of war, to tackle a host of challenges including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rising tensions in Asia. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida also hopes to highlight the risks of nuclear proliferation during the …

After attack, Japan PM Fumio Kishida vows better security for G7 meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

After attack, Japan PM Fumio Kishida vows better security for G7 meeting

India TV News  

G7 Meeting: Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has promised to keep the world leaders safe who will arrive in Japan for the Group of Seven meetings next month. "Japan as a whole must strive to provide maximum security during the dates of the summit and other gatherings of dignitaries from around the world," Kishida said on Sunday, reported CNN. Kishida …

Hiroshima remembers atomic bombing, warns of ‘threat of total annihilation’
3 years, 4 months ago

Hiroshima remembers atomic bombing, warns of ‘threat of total annihilation’

LA Times  

A child prays in front of the cenotaph dedicated to the victims of the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan. Hiroshima on Friday marked the 76th anniversary of the world’s first atomic bombing, as the mayor of the Japanese city urged global leaders to unite to eliminate nuclear weapons. Mayor Kazumi Matsui urged world leaders to commit to nuclear disarmament …

'...Unite With Spirit of Hiroshima': Survivors Mark 75th Anniversary of World's 1st Atomic Attack
4 years, 4 months ago

'...Unite With Spirit of Hiroshima': Survivors Mark 75th Anniversary of World's 1st Atomic Attack

News 18  

The dwindling witnesses to the world's first atomic bombing marked its 75th anniversary Thursday, with Hiroshima's mayor and others noting as hypocritical the Japanese government's refusal to sign a nuclear weapons ban treaty. Tokyo has not signed the nuclear weapons ban treaty adopted in 2017, despite its non-nuclear pledge, a failure to act that atomic bombing survivors and pacifist groups …

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