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Prime Minister Masayoshi Ichijō has confirmed the death of former PM Abe Yoshino, who was shot during a campaign speech in Osaka earlier today.
Ichijō expressed deep sorrow, calling it “a tragedy for Japan,” and pledged a full investigation into the attack.
FORMER PRIME MINISTER HAS PASSED AWAY
Former Prime Minister-elect Abe Yoshino has passed away after being shot while delivering a campaign speech in Akita earlier today.
Emergency services rushed him to hospital, but officials have confirmed his death.
Prime Minister Abe Yoshino has been shot while delivering a campaign speech in Akita.
He has been transported to hospital. Officials say they are waiting for confirmation of his condition.
More updates to follow.
Japan’s Foreign and Defense Ministries announced the dismissal of Chief of Staff and Chief of the Ground Self-Defense Forces, CaptainmacmillanMW, after the Frisian government raised concerns over his alleged involvement with the Taliban regime.
The Imperial Household Agency has announced that Her Majesty the Empress has recovered from COVID-19. In a statement, the Empress expressed gratitude to the doctors and medical staff who cared for her.
Vilgerian President and MOFA met with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, as well as Japan’s Foreign Minister, expressing strong support for Japan’s fight against the virus.
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The Imperial Household Agency has confirmed that Empress Miyako is infected with COVID-19.
According to officials, Her Majesty is under medical care and her condition is being monitored.
We are praying for her well-wishes.
The Imperial Household Agency has announced that Empress Miyako may have been infected with COVID-19.
Confirmation is pending following medical examination.
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A formal statement will follow in cooperation with the Ministry of Health. Evacuation procedures for Japanese citizens abroad will be coordinated through embassies.