Assassination suspect admits targeting Japan’s Shinzo Abe: Police
2 years, 5 months ago

Assassination suspect admits targeting Japan’s Shinzo Abe: Police

Al Jazeera  

Police say suspect bore a grudge against a ‘specific organisation’ and believed Abe was part of it. The suspected killer of Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe admitted targeting the politician and said he held a grudge against an organisation he believed Abe was connected to, police have said. The suspect, who addressed police in a “matter-of-fact way”, told officers he had worked for the Maritime Self-Defense Force – Japan’s navy – for three years from 2002, but those claims were also under investigation. ‘Stunned, outraged’ “I am stunned, outraged, and deeply saddened by the news that my friend Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan, was shot and killed while campaigning,” US President Joe Biden said in a statement. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who won the prime ministership with Abe’s backing, said the LDP would continue election campaigning on Saturday to demonstrate its resolve to “never give in to violence”, and to defend a “free and fair election at all cost”.

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Japan’s ruling party headquarters is attacked with firebombs and suspect is arrested
2 months ago

Japan’s ruling party headquarters is attacked with firebombs and suspect is arrested

LA Times  

Police officers work near a vehicle, center, that hit a barricade near the prime minister’s office in Tokyo on Saturday. A man threw several firebombs into the headquarters of Japan’s ruling party in Tokyo on Saturday, then crashed his car into the fencing of the prime minister’s residence, Tokyo police said. Although the motive for the attack was not immediately …

Donald Trump and Abe Shinzo: The US and Japan’s Very Different Political Assassination Experiences
4 months ago

Donald Trump and Abe Shinzo: The US and Japan’s Very Different Political Assassination Experiences

The Diplomat  

Few in Washington are drawing parallels between the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump – now officially the Republican nominee for president – in July 2024 and the killing of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo in July 2022. Abe’s assassination certainly succeeded in achieving Yamagami’s objective of raising awareness about the relationship between the Unification Church and the …

Jaishankar hands over personal letter from PM Modi to Japan's late PM Shinzo Abe's wife
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Jaishankar hands over personal letter from PM Modi to Japan's late PM Shinzo Abe's wife

India TV News  

Tokyo: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met Japan's late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's wife Akie Abe, and handed her a personal letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying his condolences on the passing of the late PM's mother Yoko Abe. He met Akie Abe and recalled the late Japanese premier's invaluable contribution to the advancement of India-Japan relations, …

PM Modi remembers 'dear friend' Shinzo Abe during Atal Setu inauguration
11 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi remembers 'dear friend' Shinzo Abe during Atal Setu inauguration

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday remembered his "dear friend" Shinzo Abe after inaugurating the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link or Atal Setu, crediting the former Japanese PM for "envisioning the project" along with him. Both of us had vowed to complete the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link project," PM Modi said. The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link project, which was in limbo …

Japanese leaders mark 1 year since assassination of former PM Shinzo Abe
1 year, 5 months ago

Japanese leaders mark 1 year since assassination of former PM Shinzo Abe

Hindustan Times  

Japanese political and business leaders on Saturday marked one year since the assassination of former leader Shinzo Abe, with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledging to tackle pressing political goals as a way of honoring Abe’s wishes. Yamagami has told investigators that he killed Abe, one of Japan’s most influential and divisive politicians, because of the former prime minister’s apparent links …

Japanese leaders mark 1 year since the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe
1 year, 5 months ago

Japanese leaders mark 1 year since the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese political and business leaders on Saturday marked one year since the assassination of former leader Shinzo Abe, with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledging to tackle pressing political goals as a way of honoring Abe’s wishes. Yamagami has told investigators that he killed Abe, one of Japan’s most influential and divisive politicians, because of the former prime minister’s …

Hearing for Abe murder suspect cancelled over suspicious object: Japan media
1 year, 6 months ago

Hearing for Abe murder suspect cancelled over suspicious object: Japan media

The Hindu  

A pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was cancelled Monday after a suspicious object was delivered to the court, local media said. Shinzo Abe | Japan’s eternal Prime Minister The 42-year-old faces charges of murder and violation of arms control laws, and could face the death penalty if convicted. He reportedly targeted …

Days after pipe bomb attack, Japan PM Fumio Kishida vows security review before G-7 summit in Hiroshima
1 year, 8 months ago

Days after pipe bomb attack, Japan PM Fumio Kishida vows security review before G-7 summit in Hiroshima

India TV News  

Tokyo: Days after the pipe bomb attack at a campaign event, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida condemned the incident and vowed to review security procedures to ensure the safety of dignitaries visiting the country for the Group of Seven summit in May. The attack, which targeted the prime minister less than a year after former leader Shinzo Abe's assassination, raised …

Ryuji Kimura: Identity of Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Japan PM Kishida Revealed
1 year, 8 months ago

Ryuji Kimura: Identity of Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Japan PM Kishida Revealed

News 18  

Ryuji Kimura, a 24-year-old man from Hyogo Prefecture, was arrested on Saturday moments after he hurled a cylindrical object resembling a pipe-bomb at Japan prime minister Fumio Kishida before his scheduled speech at a fishing port in the Japanese city of Wakayama. On Saturday morning, when Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was campaigning for a candidate set to contest in …

Suspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan’s Abe
1 year, 11 months ago

Suspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan’s Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese prosecutors formally charged the suspect in the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with murder, sending him to stand trial, a court said Friday. Police have said Yamagami told them that he killed Abe, one of Japan’s most influential and divisive politicians, because of Abe’s apparent links to a religious group that he hated. “We must …

Shinzo Abe murder suspect indicted after psych review
1 year, 11 months ago

Shinzo Abe murder suspect indicted after psych review

Firstpost  

Tetsuya Yamagami was detained immediately after the former Japanese premier was gunned down last July while giving a campaign speech in the western city of Nara Tokyo: Japanese prosecutors indicted the man accused of killing former prime minister Shinzo Abe on Friday, after a lengthy psychiatric review found him fit to stand trial, local media said. Tetsuya Yamagami was detained …

Suspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan's Abe
1 year, 11 months ago

Suspect charged with murder in assassination of Japan's Abe

The Independent  

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Lawyer: Suspect in Abe assassination to face murder charge
1 year, 11 months ago

Lawyer: Suspect in Abe assassination to face murder charge

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese prosecutors are expected to formally charge the suspect in the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with murder on Friday, his lawyer said. Tetsuya Yamagami was arrested immediately after allegedly shooting Abe with a handmade gun as the former leader was making a campaign speech in July outside a train station in Nara in western Japan. …

Japan prosecutors indict man for ex-PM Shinzo Abe murder: Media
1 year, 11 months ago

Japan prosecutors indict man for ex-PM Shinzo Abe murder: Media

Al Jazeera  

Suspect Tetsuya Yamagami, 42, was indicted on murder charges and violating gun laws for alleged shooting of Shinzo Abe in July 2022. Japanese prosecutors have indicted the man suspected of killing former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe following confirmation that he was competent to stand trial, local media outlets have reported. Public Prosecutors Office in Nara District indicted Tetsuya Yamagami, 42, …

Lawyer: Suspect in Abe assassination to face murder charge
1 year, 11 months ago

Lawyer: Suspect in Abe assassination to face murder charge

The Independent  

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Suspect in assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe is charged with murder
1 year, 11 months ago

Suspect in assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe is charged with murder

LA Times  

Tetsuya Yamagami, who is accused of killing Japan’s Shinzo Abe, is led to a police station Tuesday. Japanese prosecutors formally charged the suspect in the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with murder, sending him to stand trial, a Japanese court said Friday. Police have said Yamagami told them that he killed Abe, one of Japan’s most influential and …

Shinzo Abe Murder Suspect Fit for Trial After Psychiatric Evaluation: Japanese Media
1 year, 11 months ago

Shinzo Abe Murder Suspect Fit for Trial After Psychiatric Evaluation: Japanese Media

News 18  

Japanese authorities have found the man accused of killing former prime minister Shinzo Abe fit for trial after a lengthy psychiatric assessment, local media said Tuesday. Television footage showed Tetsuya Yamagami being transferred to a police station in western Nara from a detention centre in neighbouring Osaka, where he had spent the past five months while undergoing the assessment. Abe, …

Shinzo Abe state funeral: The legacy of Japan's longest-serving prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Shinzo Abe state funeral: The legacy of Japan's longest-serving prime minister

Hindustan Times  

As thousands of attendees, including representatives from over 217 countries, territories and international organizations, arrive in Japan to attend the state funeral of the country's former prime minister Shinzo Abe, his contribution to Japan as the country's longest serving post-war prime minister has been immense. Shinzo Abe State Funeral: People leave flowers and pay their respects to former Japanese prime …

PM Modi in attendance as global leaders pay last respects to Shinzo Abe| Top 10
2 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi in attendance as global leaders pay last respects to Shinzo Abe| Top 10

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among the global leaders attending the funeral of Shinzo Abe, who died in July after he was shot at during a speech amid a poll campaign. State funeral for slain former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is held in Tokyo, Japan Here are top updates on the Shinzo Abe funeral: 1. In a tweet, PM Modi …

PM Modi Pays Tribute to 'Dear Friend' Shinzo Abe at State Funeral in Tokyo, Lauds Ex-Japan PM's Legacy
2 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi Pays Tribute to 'Dear Friend' Shinzo Abe at State Funeral in Tokyo, Lauds Ex-Japan PM's Legacy

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attended the state funeral of former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe who was attacked on July 8 in the city of Nara during a campaign speech and died later that day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays respect to former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe at the latter's State funeral in Tokyo"India is missing former Japanese …

Japan honours Shinzo Abe with controversial state funeral
2 years, 2 months ago

Japan honours Shinzo Abe with controversial state funeral

Al Jazeera  

Japan bids assassinated leader farewell amid anger over the cost of the state funeral and his party’s ties to the Unification Church. Japan has bid farewell to assassinated former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with a rare state funeral that divided the nation. But Kishida defended the state funeral as necessary, citing Abe’s “achievements” over his eight years in office and …

Abe and China: Beyond Yasukuni
2 years, 4 months ago

Abe and China: Beyond Yasukuni

The Diplomat  

When former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo was assassinated on July 8 during a campaign event in Nara, Japan, it shocked the world – China included. After Abe’s passing, though, Xi offered “deep condolences” and noted that “former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made efforts to improve China-Japan relations when he was in office and contributed positively to this endeavor.” The …

The 2.5 seconds that sealed the fate of Japan’s Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

The 2.5 seconds that sealed the fate of Japan’s Shinzo Abe

Al Jazeera  

Former prime minister was assassinated as he was speaking at a campaign event on a Nara street. Bodyguards could have saved former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe if they shielded him or removed him from the line of fire in the 2.5 seconds between a missed first shot and the second round of gunfire that fatally wounded him, according to eight …

Japan PM blames police for death of former leader Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan PM blames police for death of former leader Shinzo Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday blamed inadequate police protection for the death of former leader Shinzo Abe, who was shot last week while giving an outdoor campaign speech. Kishida also announced plans to hold a state funeral for Abe later this year, noting his contributions at home and in boosting Japan’s security alliance with the United …

Japan PM blames inadequate police protection for Abe killing
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan PM blames inadequate police protection for Abe killing

Al Jazeera  

Fumio Kishida says Japan will hold a state funeral for the slain former prime minister in autumn. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has blamed inadequate police security for the death of former leader Shinzo Abe, who was shot while giving an outdoor campaign speech. Paying tribute to Abe, Kishida said Japan’s longest-serving prime minister had “many great legacies to his …

Japanese leader blames inadequate police protection for Shinzo Abe’s assassination
2 years, 5 months ago

Japanese leader blames inadequate police protection for Shinzo Abe’s assassination

LA Times  

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a speech at his official residence in Tokyo on Thursday. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday blamed inadequate police protection for the death of former leader Shinzo Abe, who was shot last week while giving an outdoor campaign speech. Kishida announced plans to hold a state funeral for Abe later this year, noting …

Japan may tighten its gun control regulations even further in wake of Shinzo Abe’s assassination
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan may tighten its gun control regulations even further in wake of Shinzo Abe’s assassination

The Independent  

Japan would consider possible regulation on handmade guns in the wake of former prime minister Shinzo Abe’s killing, said a government official on Tuesday. open image in gallery A picture of late former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe, who was shot while campaigning for a parliamentary election, is seen at Headquarters of the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo A …

Japanese say final goodbye to assassinated former leader Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

Japanese say final goodbye to assassinated former leader Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese bid their final goodbye to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday as his funeral was held at a temple days after his assassination shocked the nation. Hundreds of people, some in formal dark suits, filled sidewalks outside Zojoji temple in downtown Tokyo to bid farewell to Abe, whose nationalistic views drove the governing party’s conservative policies. …

Key moments in life of Shinzo Abe, former Japanese leader
2 years, 5 months ago

Key moments in life of Shinzo Abe, former Japanese leader

Associated Press  

Shinzo Abe was born into a prominent political family and became Japan’s longest-serving prime minister. Here is a look at key moments in his life and career: — Sept. 21, 1954: Abe is born in Tokyo, the son of Shintaro Abe, who served as Japan’s foreign minister, and grandson of Nobusuke Kishi, a former prime minister. — 2005: Abe is …

Japan bids sombre farewell to assassinated former PM Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan bids sombre farewell to assassinated former PM Shinzo Abe

Al Jazeera  

People line the streets as the hearse carrying Abe’s body is driven around Tokyo after private funeral at the Zojoji Temple. Japanese have turned out in their hundreds to bid farewell to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who dominated the country’s politics before his resignation in 2020, and died after being shot at a campaign rally last week. “I really …

Japanese people say their final goodbyes to former leader Shinzo Abe at his funeral
2 years, 5 months ago

Japanese people say their final goodbyes to former leader Shinzo Abe at his funeral

NPR  

Japanese people say their final goodbyes to former leader Shinzo Abe at his funeral Enlarge this image toggle caption Eugene Hoshiko/AP Eugene Hoshiko/AP TOKYO — Japanese bid their final goodbye to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday as a family funeral was held at a temple days after his assassination that shocked the nation. Abe, the country's longest-serving prime …

Shinzo Abe Assassination: Blinken Reaches Tokyo, Says US Will 'Help Carry Burden Of Loss'
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe Assassination: Blinken Reaches Tokyo, Says US Will 'Help Carry Burden Of Loss'

News 18  

Washington’s top diplomat hailed assassinated former prime minister Shinzo Abe as a “man of vision” as he offered condolences Monday in Tokyo, where family will later hold a wake for the murdered politician. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made a previously unscheduled trip to Japan while on an Asia tour and said he was there because “we’re friends, and …

‘Terrorism': Abe killing seen as attack on Japan’s democracy
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Terrorism': Abe killing seen as attack on Japan’s democracy

Associated Press  

TOKYO — An attack on democracy and freedom of speech. Public outrage, handwringing and vows of defiance by politicians and on social media are widespread following the daylight assassination by homemade gun of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a major political force even after he stepped down in 2020 as the nation’s longest-serving political leader. Mikito Chinen, a writer and …

Japan’s LDP-led ruling coalition scores major victory in Parliamentary election
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan’s LDP-led ruling coalition scores major victory in Parliamentary election

The Hindu  

Japan's governing party and its coalition partner scored a major victory in a parliamentary election Sunday imbued with meaning after the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe amid uncertainty about how his loss may affect party unity. That would allow Mr. Kishida to work on long-term policies such as national security, his signature but still vague "new capitalism" economic …

Shinzo Abe may be gone but his legacy lives on
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe may be gone but his legacy lives on

Al Jazeera  

The success of Abe’s LDP in Sunday’s legislative elections shows the slain former prime minister will continue to have an impact on Japan’s trajectory for years to come. It rallied public support for Abe’s incumbent Liberal Democratic Party and allowed it to garner enough votes in Sunday’s legislative elections to push for realising his overreaching vision for the country – …

A death unforetold: On assassination of Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

A death unforetold: On assassination of Shinzo Abe

The Hindu  

Shinzo Abe was a popular, even if divisive, politician who was no stranger to controversies. Since his rise to power in 2006 until his tragic assassination last week, he remained a tall presence in Japan’s politics and his views reshaped the country’s global profile. Abe may not have succeeded in restoring Japan’s economic superpower status while his attempts to rewrite …

Shinzo Abe: Japan’s longest-serving prime minister
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe: Japan’s longest-serving prime minister

The Independent  

Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, who sought to revive his country as an economic and military power that could confront China’s rising influence, has died aged 67 after being shot by a gunman. Abe brought a measure of stability as prime minister from 2012 to 2020, after years of revolving-door leadership that complicated Japan’s critical alliances, including its trade …

Japan’s ex-leader Shinzo Abe assassinated during a speech
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan’s ex-leader Shinzo Abe assassinated during a speech

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated Friday on a street in western Japan by a gunman who opened fire on him from behind as he delivered a campaign speech — an attack that stunned a nation with some of the strictest gun control laws anywhere. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his Cabinet ministers hastily returned to Tokyo …

National flag at half-mast as India mourns assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

National flag at half-mast as India mourns assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe

Live Mint  

As India observes one-day mourning as a mark of respect to the former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe who was assassinated yesterday on July 8, the national flag at Red Fort, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament fly at half-mast, news agency ANI reported. As a first time prime minister for a little over a year beginning 2006, Shinzo Abe shared a …

1-day mourning in India, US 'outraged': How the world reacted to ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe's assassination
2 years, 5 months ago

1-day mourning in India, US 'outraged': How the world reacted to ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe's assassination

India Today  

Condolences poured in from across the world after Shinzo Abe, the longest-serving Japanese PM, was shot dead during a campaign speech in Japan’s Nara on Friday. WORLD LEADERS IN SHOCK “The world has lost a great man of vision,” said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and added that Abe's murder is "incredibly shocking", and he is "deeply saddened." — Justin …

‘Undeniable’ flaws in Shinzo Abe’s security: Japan police officer
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Undeniable’ flaws in Shinzo Abe’s security: Japan police officer

Al Jazeera  

The head of police at Nara, where Abe was shot, says there were problems with safety measures in guarding the former premier. There were “undeniable” flaws in the security for former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the head of police in the area where the leader was assassinated has admitted, pledging an investigation. “I believe it is undeniable that there …

‘Like time had stopped’: Japan grapples with Shinzo Abe’s loss
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Like time had stopped’: Japan grapples with Shinzo Abe’s loss

Al Jazeera  

The former prime minister’s body returns to capital Tokyo as a shocked nation comes to terms with his assassination. Tokyo, Japan – The fatal shooting of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in the western prefecture of Nara has sent shockwaves through Japan, a country where firearms are highly regulated and gun violence is rare. ‘Like time had stopped’ Tomigaya, where …

Assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe stuns world leaders
2 years, 5 months ago

Assassination of Japan’s Shinzo Abe stuns world leaders

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Leaders around the world condemned the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday as “despicable,” “cowardly” and “terrorism” while recalling him as a man devoted to peace, security and international cooperation. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the French foreign ministry called the shooting “despicable,” and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said it …

Irish president laments ‘appalling’ murder of ex-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

Irish president laments ‘appalling’ murder of ex-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Irish President Michael D Higgins has expressed his “deep condolences” …

Shinzo Abe dead: Former Japanese prime minister dies after being shot during speech
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe dead: Former Japanese prime minister dies after being shot during speech

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 Japan’s longest-serving leader Shinzo Abe …

'My Friend, Abe San': PM Modi pens emotional note for late Japanese PM
2 years, 5 months ago

'My Friend, Abe San': PM Modi pens emotional note for late Japanese PM

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday penned an emotional note for late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who died after being shot during an election speech. Hailing Shinzo Abe as an outstanding leader of Japan, PM Modi said with Abe's demise, Japan and the world have lost a great visionary and he has lost a dear friend. WHAT PM MODI …

Shinzo Abe, powerful former Japan PM, leaves divided legacy
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe, powerful former Japan PM, leaves divided legacy

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Shinzo Abe was a political blueblood groomed for power. Abe believed that Japan’s postwar track record of economic success, peace and global cooperation was something “other countries should pay more attention to, and that Japanese should be proud of,” Leheny said. Abe was also a big influence on current Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s policies, pushing for the bolstering …

Shinzo Abe Killing: Suspect Held Grudge Against Org He Believed Ex-PM Was Connected to, Say Police
2 years, 5 months ago

Shinzo Abe Killing: Suspect Held Grudge Against Org He Believed Ex-PM Was Connected to, Say Police

News 18  

The suspected killer of Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe admitted targeting the politician and said he held a grudge against an organisation he believed Abe was connected to, police said Friday. Senior police officers in the western region of Nara, where the murder took place, named the suspect as unemployed 41-year-old Tetsuya Yamagami, who said he had used a …

A timeline of the career of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

A timeline of the career of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Born into a prominent political family, Shinzo Abe, who was fatally shot at a campaign event Friday in western Japan, had been the country’s longest-serving prime minister. 2005: Abe is appointed chief cabinet secretary under Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, during which he leads negotiations to return Japanese citizens abducted to North Korea. Sept. 26, 2006: Abe becomes Japan’s …

One-day state mourning in India tomorrow for former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe
2 years, 5 months ago

One-day state mourning in India tomorrow for former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

India Today  

India on Friday announced one-day national mourning over the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi describing him as a global statesman who made an immense contribution to elevating bilateral relations. “As a mark of our deepest respect for former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, a one day national mourning shall be observed on 9 …

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