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Hiroshima to hold atomic bomb memorial Tuesday
Tuesday marks 79 years since an atomic bomb devastated the Japanese city of Hiroshima. A ceremony to remember the victims will be held at the city's Peace Memorial Park.
The ceremony will be attended by Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and representatives from 109 countries, including nuclear powers such as the United States and Britain.
An updated list of atomic bomb victims will be placed inside a cenotaph at the park. It includes the names of those who survived the bombing but died over the past 12 months.
The list now has over 340,000 names. There will then be a moment of silence at 8:15 a.m., the exact time the bomb was dropped in 1945.
This year's ceremony comes alongside increased fears that nuclear weapons could be used again. Conflicts around the world, including Russia's prolonged invasion of Ukraine, have shaken the international order. The path to abolishment and disarmament seems increasingly far away.
Meanwhile, the average survivor is over 85 years old. Going forward, it is increasingly hard for them to advocate for peace.
People around the world seem ready to listen. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in the last fiscal year welcomed a record high of about 1.98 million visitors. The challenge in the years to come will be how to convey the horrors of nuclear weapons.
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Anticipation builds for Harris nomination and VP pick
With Vice President Kamala Harris expected to become the Democratic presidential nominee, all eyes are on her pick for running mate and the impact on the US election.
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Japan agrees to help Ukraine combat government corruption
Japan's Justice Minister Koizumi Ryuji has agreed to help Ukraine tackle corruption. It is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed in order for Ukraine to secure more support from the international community.
Koizumi on Monday met with Ukrainian Justice Minister Denys Maliuska and Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin during a visit to Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital.
Widespread corruption among government officials has been a hurdle for Ukraine to secure greater international support in its fight against Russia.
During the talks, Koizumi and Maliuska signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the training of personnel at investigative agencies, as well as the development of legislation.
Japanese officials say they have experience providing similar assistance in Asia.
Maliuska thanked Japan for providing economic, diplomatic and legal support, saying the country is an important partner for Ukraine.
Koizumi said he learned from his talks with Ukrainian officials that combating corruption is the most important challenge for Ukraine. He said Japan is ready to assist Ukraine's anti-corruption and legal reform campaign.
Koizumi said the nation's recovery hinges on the equitable and transparent distribution of reconstruction funds from the international community.
Key words : iran ramping
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Iran vows retaliation, Israel braces for Iranian attack
An Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson says his country is determined to punish Israel, following the killing of a top Hamas leader in Iran.
Spokesperson Nasser Kanaani told reporters on Monday that Iran has no intention of intensifying regional tensions. He said it is Israel that is ramping up tensions and instability in the region.
Kanaani said Iran will create deterrence and punish Israel with determination in a bid to safeguard its security and dignity. He said the international community should support Iran's attempt to punish the "aggressor" in order to bring stability back to the region.
Iran threatened to launch a retaliatory attack against Israel, after Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed during a visit to Iran on July 31.
Iran blamed the killing on Israel. Speculation is rife that the Iran-backed militant group may join a possible retaliation on Israel.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Monday visited an Israeli Air Force facility to assess its air defense preparedness in anticipation of an Iranian attack. Gallant said Israel's enemies are "carefully considering their steps." He said Israel needs to prepare for all possibilities, including a "quick transition" to attack.
Fighting continued in the Gaza Strip on Monday. The Israeli military issued fresh evacuation orders in parts of Khan Younis and was intensifying its offensive.
The nearly 10-month-old conflict shows no signs of ending anytime soon. Health authorities in Gaza said the death toll since the fighting began has reached 39,623.
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Attack on US base in Iraq heightens fears of reprisal by Iran-backed militia
The United States and Israel are on heightened alert after an attack on a US military base in western Iraq.
This comes as Iran has vowed revenge on Israel for last week's killing in Tehran of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
Reuters news agency on Monday quoted US government officials and others as saying at least five US military personnel were injured in the rocket attack.
The US Department of Defense said in a press release that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke on the phone on Monday, and shared the view that the attack was carried out by Iran-aligned militia.
The defense chiefs agreed that the attack marked a dangerous escalation and demonstrated Iran's destabilizing role in the region.
The White House says President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have been briefed on the developments.
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US engages in diplomacy to ease Middle East tensions
The United States is engaged in diplomacy to prevent conflicts in the Middle East from expanding.
The White House announced that President Joe Biden called Jordan's King Abdullah on Monday and discussed their efforts to deescalate regional tensions.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has described the situation in the Middle East as a critical moment.
In a meeting at the US State Department on Monday, he said, "All parties must refrain from escalation." He also said "escalation is not in anyone's interests" and "will only lead to more conflict, more violence and more insecurity."
Blinken noted that it's critical to break the cycle by reaching a ceasefire in Gaza. He reiterated all parties should aim to reach an agreement through negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.
The moves come as Iran blames Israel for the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh during a visit to Iran on July 31 and is showing signs of retaliating against Israel. A militant group backed by Iran is also thought to join a possible attack.
Iran is approaching Muslim countries to seek understanding for its response.
Foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani told reporters on Monday that the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation is expected to convene a meeting at the level of foreign ministers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday at Iran's request.
The OIC has 57 members in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and elsewhere. It has exchanged views about the conflict in Gaza and condemned Israel.
Iran is expected to seek understanding from Islamic states over its expected retaliation against Israel.
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