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Putin: Russia Accepted US Proposal On Ukraine Last Year
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia agreed to a compromise proposal regarding Ukraine put forward by the US at a summit held last August.
The remark appears to be aimed at drawing US President Donald Trump closer to Moscow's position as Kyiv steps up its military offensive.
Putin's remark came in an interview aired on Sunday on Russian state-run media.
He did not disclose any details of the proposal.
Putin was asked whether Trump had been persuaded by European leaders to shift his stance in favor of Ukraine.
Putin doubted the possibility and said that Trump is an experienced politician.
Putin also said he expects Trump's special envoy to visit Russia and expressed his readiness to continue negotiations.
Meanwhile, a Russian diplomatic source told NHK that the Kremlin is increasingly inclined to distrust Trump.
The source noted that some officials have become skeptical about Washington's role as a mediator.
Peru Media: Keiko Fujimori Wins Presidential Runoff
Media outlets in Peru have declared right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori, the winner of the country's presidential runoff, ahead of the official announcement.
They say she defeated her leftist opponent, Roberto Sanchez.
This comes after the electoral authority released the final vote count on Monday.
Fujimori reportedly won 50.1 percent of the votes in the early June ballot, while Sanchez received 49.9 percent.
Fujimori is the eldest daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, who died in 2024.
Sanchez is a former foreign trade and tourism minister.
He has indicated he will contest the results.
Election authorities are due to announce the winner as early as July 3.
Fujimori wrote on social media Monday that she is waiting for the official results.
She added, We are getting closer and closer to starting a path of order and hope for all Peruvians.
Earthquakes In Venezuela
Death Toll Surpasses 1,700 As Rescue Operations Continue
The death toll from massive earthquakes that hit Venezuela last week has topped 1,700 in May rise.
The United Nations says a large number of survivors need humanitarian assistance.
Rescue operations have been continuing since two quakes with magnitudes over seven struck the country on Wednesday.
National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Monday that the deaths had increased to 1,719.
The UN says more than 2,200 rescuers from 27 countries have been sent to Venezuela.
They are helping local authorities search for people trapped under collapsed buildings as aftershocks continue to be felt. A UN representative in Venezuela gave an update.
00:03:09 話者 2/Gianluca Rampolla del Tindaro/UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Venezuela
At least 2,500 structures are affected, most of which fully collapsed.
So we are definitely looking at a number that is higher than the one already reported.
00:03:25 話者 1
The official said seven people were rescued on Sunday.
That's past the 72-hour window, when survival rates are believed to drop drastically.
The UN Children's Fund, or UNICEF, said 680,000 children are among the around 1.8 million people who are in need of aid.
US, Iran Send Mixed Signals About Talks In Doha
The US and Iran are once again sending mixed signals about the status of their negotiations.
US President Donald Trump says a meeting will be held in Doha on Tuesday, but the Iranian side has refuted this, saying no talks are scheduled in the Qatari capital.
00:04:01 話者 13/Donald Trump
Well, there'll be a meeting on that tomorrow. Doha, and they're going to Qatar.
I think they've already left, or they're just about getting ready to leave.
So we'll see how that goes.
00:04:14 話者 1
White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitch told Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends about the US plans.
She says Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner will attend high-level meetings in Doha.
She also says technical talks will be held on the sidelines.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmarie Pagai, says Tehran will send a technical delegation to Doha this week.
But he says there won't be any negotiation meetings at any level in the coming days.
He says the visits by the US representatives and the Iranian delegation are unrelated.
Top US Court Upholds Trump’s Right To Fire FTC Commissioner
The US Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump acted within his authority when he dismissed a member of the country's independent competition regulator.
Trump fired two Democratic appointees to the Federal Trade Commission last year.
That's the federal agency responsible for policing corporate monopolies and protecting consumers.
He said at the time, they did not align with his administration's priorities without giving further details.
One of the commissioners, Rebecca Slaughter, filed suit seeking her reinstatement.
She claimed her removal amounted to a breach of presidential authority.
Under federal law, the president can only remove an FTC commissioner for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or wrongdoing in office.
In Monday's majority decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the FTC's legal provision protecting officials from removal is unconstitutional.
It said that officials who act on behalf of the president are subject to removal by him.
The majority decision was supported by six conservative justices, some of who are Trump appointees. The three liberal justices dissented.
They wrote that the Supreme Court's decision would distort the structure of government and shift power into the hands of the president.
US Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Firing Of Fed Governor
Meanwhile, the US Supreme Court has blocked Trump's bid to oust Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook for now.
It says she didn't receive enough due process to contest her removal.
Cook welcomed the ruling in a statement.
She says Trump attempted to remove her on a manufactured pretext.
She said it was because she refused to bow to political pressure.
Last August, Trump said that he dismissed Cook for alleged mortgage fraud.
It was the first time that a president had ever tried to fire a Fed governor.
Cook filed a lawsuit claiming her firing would be unjust. Lower courts ruled in her favor.
They said the alleged misconduct didn't amount to a firing cause under the Federal Reserve Act.
In the 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that Congress limited the president's power to remove Fed governors at will.
It also pointed to the country's long tradition of independent central banking and independence from presidential control.
The ruling said she needs a chance to respond to the president's efforts to fire her.
Trump lashed out at the decision.
He says he'll take appropriate action immediately and make sure she will not be making vital decisions concerning the welfare of the US.
Business
And now to tell us about what's happening in the world of business.
Here's Yuko Fukushima from the Biz Desk.
00:07:43 話者 4/Yuko Fukushima
Yeah, thanks, Yoko.
Yen Weakens To Near 40-Year Low Of 162 Vs Dollar
The Japanese currency traded at the 162 level against the dollar in Tokyo on Tuesday, the weakest in almost 40 years.
The yen is being sold on the view the interest rate gap between Japan and the US is unlikely to narrow soon.
The last time the pair traded in the 162 range was in December 1986.
The dollar's strength is helped by speculation the US Federal Reserve may raise rates this year to contain inflation. In contrast, the pace of the Bank of Japan's hikes is unclear.
Nikkei 225 Recovers To 70,000 Mark
On the stock market, Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index closed higher for the second straight session to recover the 70,000 mark.
Buy orders focused on AI and semiconductor-related shares to help the benchmark add almost 9/10 of a percent. The gains follow last year's roller coaster.
The index on Friday had its third biggest single day drop of 3,000 points.
That followed Thursday's jump of more than 3,100 points, its fourth largest ever to a record closing high.
Survey: More Than 2,500 Food Item Prices To Rise In July
A survey in Japan indicates prices of more than 2,500 food items will rise in July.
Businesses say they're passing on higher costs linked to the Middle East conflict.
The survey by private research firm Teikoku Data Bank covered 195 domestic food producers. They plan to raise prices on 2,566 products.
Separately, the researcher says the number of items seeing price hikes from January through November will likely reach almost 15,000.
About one-third are processed foods followed by seasoning products.
In ranking the reasons for raising prices, more than 92 percent of the companies cited higher ingredient costs.
Almost 72 percent said distribution expenses and about 70 percent blame packaging.
Japan Launches Govt. Committee To Screen Foreign Investments
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae says her government is planning to review more closely investments from abroad, and she's calling for greater cooperation between ministries and agencies to ramp up screening capabilities.
Takaichi spoke at the first meeting of a newly established foreign investment committee on Monday.
The body was formed following the enactment of a revision to the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act in May.
00:10:01 話者 11/Takaichi Sanae
We want to improve the screening capacity of relevant ministries and agencies.
And we want to instill a strong understanding that there should be no factionalism.
The government as a whole will strengthen communication to improve its capabilities.
00:10:18 話者 4
The finance ministry and the national security secretariat will co-chair the committee and hold regular meetings.
The committee's primary function is to review proposals by foreign governments and investors that would lead to them obtaining shares of Japanese firms in specific industries.
Japan’s Auto Giants See China New Car Unit Sales Drop In May
Japan's leading automakers saw their new vehicle sales in China tumble in May.
They say higher gasoline prices due to the Middle East situation weighed on the numbers.
Four out of Japan's five major automakers that sell vehicles in China say their unit sales fell from a year earlier.
Subaru posted a 53 percent decline, while Honda reported an almost 49 percent dive.
Nissan sales tumbled nearly 35 percent and Toyota's about 32 percent.
Only Mazda posted an increase at 4.6 percent.
Sales of gas-powered cars continue to slump in China, while the country's electric vehicle market is expanding.
Sweet Smell Of Success For Japanese Mead Brewer
It's been called the world's oldest alcoholic drink. But mead is still changing, and at one of the world's largest mead competitions, the top prize went to a brewery in Japan.
NHK World's Marumo Kanta explores what went into the award-winning recipe.
00:11:36 話者 5/Marumo Kanta
Meat is brewed by fermenting honey with water and yeasts.
It can be sweet and honey-like, or crisp and dry.
One brewer has been working quietly for years.
Now, after winning a major international award, Yazawa Yuki has found himself in the spotlight.
00:12:06 話者 3/Yazawa Yuki/President, Antelope
We use traditional recipes that bring out the character of the honey, but we also make a type balancing the sweetness and acidity so people never get tired of drinking it.
00:12:23 話者 5
A key part of Yazawa's trout is his unique choice of honey.
One of his staff members is a beekeeper in Shizuoka and buys honey that can't be put on the Japanese market. That's because the sugar content is under 78%.
That kind of honey contains too much water, affecting the taste and value.
00:13:01 話者 3
Many people believe the higher the sugar content, the better the honey.
When it's too low, no one will buy it.
00:13:12 話者 5
Beekeepers say this kind of honey is becoming more common because of climate change.
Yazawa wanted to make use of honey.
That had lost its place in the market, and he focused on one thing. It's aroma.
00:13:31 話者 3
Its aroma is remarkably like muscat grapes or mint.
00:13:36 話者 5
When honey with lower sugar content is fermented, the natural aromas come out.
Yazawa found a way to turn a flow into a strength, and that led to an unexpected result.
00:13:51 話者 3
This is a plaque I received.
00:13:56 話者 5
Yazawa became the first Japanese brewer to take home the top fries from the mead-muttonous cup in Poland.
00:14:09 話者 3
Getting global recognition for something made with honey that normally wouldn't even be sold has given me a real boost. It also encourages beekeepers across Japan.
00:14:21 話者 5
Yazawa wants me to catch on in Japan.
And he hopes it becomes another way for people to enjoy.
the country's honey, fruit, and other farm products.
Marumo Kanta, NHK World.
A correction
00:14:39 話者 4
A correction to make in the stock market story.
The Nikkei 225 gained 0.9 percent on Tuesday, the gains filed last week's rollercoaster move. Apologies for the confusion.
Markets
And now let's get to the latest on the markets.
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And that's the news for this hour.
Japan’s Oldest Mosque Builds Cross-Cultural Understanding
00:15:36 話者 1
Kobe is home to the oldest mosque in Japan.
As the number of Muslims coming to Japan for work and study continues to grow significantly, finding ways to coexist with local communities has become an increasingly important challenge. NHK spoke with people on the ground about efforts to address it.
00:15:58 話者 6
This is the Kobe Muslim Mosque, located near the Kitano district, known for its historic western-style residences.
For 90 years, it has served not only as a place of prayer, but also as a hub for community and cultural exchange.
It's a place that provides education and helps ease the anxieties of those living far away from their home countries.
00:16:32 話者 22
There aren't many mosques like this in Japan.
Just coming here gives me a sense of comfort and peace.
00:16:42 話者 23
When something good happens, I can talk to God. I find comfort and healing here.
00:16:48 話者 6
Asif Mohamed is the chairman of the mosque. He says the mosque and the local community have built a relationship of trust over many years.
00:17:02 話者 26/Asif Mohamed
I've always made it a priority to build stronger ties with the local community.
00:17:08 話者 6
Built in 1935, it is the oldest mosque in Japan.
It remained standing after both the Kobe Air Raid during the Second World War and the Great Hanshin-Awaji earthquake in 1995, earning it the nickname the Miracle Mosque.
Relief supplies arrived quickly from Muslims across Japan and beyond.
They were shared not only among worshippers, but also with local residents, helping the community through a difficult time.
00:17:43 話者 26
A lot of people were suffering at the time and many came to the mosque.
What really stays with me is how we were able to provide food to those in need.
Together with the community, we've overcome many challenges to get where we are today.
00:17:58 話者 6
However, the mosque is now facing new challenges as the Muslim population continues to grow.
This footage was taken during a mass prayer gathering in March 2026 for Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
The video spread widely on social media.
Some worshippers can be seen praying on the sidewalk.
The mosque says it obtained police permission to use the sidewalk for several hours and only used it for about 15 minutes.
Police say there were no issues. and everything remained within the approved scope.
Even so, social media was flooded with criticism.
Some users claimed the gathering obstructed pedestrians, while others posted xenophobic comments.
So the mosque decided to take extra steps at its next major holiday gathering, held in May to mark Eid al-Adha.
For the first time, prayers were divided into three separate time slots to avoid excessive crowding.
The mosque also hired security personnel and implemented measures to prevent people from gathering on the sidewalk.
As a result, all worshippers were accommodated within the mosque grounds, and the event concluded without major disruption.
00:19:22 話者 24
Kobe has a long history of living alongside people from different countries.
So personally, I've never had any problems.
00:19:31 話者 25
The streets around here are quite narrow and people use them every day.
As long as everyone is mindful of that, I don't see any issue.
00:19:40 話者 6
The mosque is also working to deepen understanding within the community.
Except on Fridays when congregational prayers are held, the mosque welcomes visitors of all backgrounds, regardless of gender or religion.
Around 5,000 people visit each year, including tourists and students.
This month, the mosque invited members of the local neighborhood association.
For many of them, it was their first time entering a mosque.
They were introduced to Islamic culture and customs.
After the tour, Participants exchanged views and shared a meal prepared in accordance with Islamic dietary guidelines.
The mosque also listened to residents' concerns and expressed its desire to coexist harmoniously with the community.
00:20:40 話者 27
This was my first time visiting the mosque, and it helped me understand a lot.
We had no idea the mosque had been making these kinds of efforts.
I think it's very important to get a sense of what everyday life is like for Muslims.
It really gives me peace of mind.
00:20:59 話者 26
It's important for us to meet with people in the community, talk face to face, and continue to communicate clearly. I believe this mosque is an important part of Kobe's heritage.
We want everyone to feel comfortable and secure living here, and we'll continue working toward that goal.
00:21:22 話者 6
With tensions escalating in other parts of Japan between mosque users and local residents, Asif says his role is twofold, both ensuring that Muslim newcomers are able to better integrate into their new communities, and working to build greater understanding of Muslim culture. For him, that reciprocity is the key to building a harmonious future.
Get That To Go: Japan’s Food Waste Hits New Lows
00:21:50 話者 1
Food waste is plummeting overall across Japan.
The latest estimates show Japan's food losses hitting new lows since record-keeping began in 2012. It's at 4.6 million tons as of the 2024 fiscal year.
The government identifies food loss and waste as food products that have been discarded, but are still edible.
The government wants to reduce the total amount generated each year to about 4.3 million tons by 2030.
That's less than half the amount of food that was thrown away in the year 2000.
The government announced Tuesday that the amount of food wasted by households is trending down.
But that's being somewhat offset by food waste generated by businesses, which is rising.
Analysts say that's due to an increase in the number of restaurant customers.
The government says it will continue its efforts to hit its target.
00:22:49 話者 31/Kikawada Hitoshi/Japanese Consumer Affairs and Food Safety Minister
We will stick with the mindset of avoiding waste and redouble our efforts while considering our basic policy.
00:22:57 話者 1
It's expected officials will encourage people to take their restaurant leftovers home with them in take-out containers, and make donations to food banks rather than let food spoil.
Ohtani Shohei And His Dog Celebrated In Rice Field Art
The hometown of Major League Baseball star Otani Shohei has honored him by creating his image in a paddy field.
In a vast field in the city of Oshu in northern Japan, the image of the Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player appears.
Otani is throwing a fastball, and his dog, Dekopin, or Decoy, accompanies him with a ball in its mouth.
About eight kinds of rice with different colored leaves were planted in late May to create Otani's portrait.
Local junior high school students and residents collaborated to create this spectacular work of art.
00:23:49 話者 41
It looks even brighter when you see it close up.
00:23:55 話者 1
This unique rice paddy artwork can be viewed until the end of July.
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Weather
Tokyo saw a drier day Tuesday, but those in western Japan are dealing with persistent rain and landslide concerns due to the rainy season.
Our meteorologist Jonathan Oh has the details in World Weather.
00:24:39 話者 52/Jonathan Oh
Hello, we're still seeing the rainy season front that's really centered across the western portions of Japan.
And so while the eastern areas of Japan, due to high pressure, has been relatively dry on Tuesday, back toward the south and west, we're seeing a lot more rainfall, some of it heavy. And with the constant rain, that's leading to those landslide concerns.
And so as long as this front remains in place, which it looks like it will for the next few days, that's going to be something that residents need to keep an eye high out on as we go forward in time.
Osaka picking up some rain coming up on Wednesday, Tokyo picking up rain starting on Thursday, and then we'll see the clouds hanging around as we go through the rest of the week.
Sapporo staying dry and highs in the mid-20s, which is definitely warmer than what we're supposed to see for this time of year.
Meanwhile, speaking of some rain, heavy rain taking place in Ghana, and that's causing some problems on the ground.
Here's a look at some video to give you an idea of the situation.
as heavy rain ended a parts of Accra Monday, which caused trouble for those living in the capital of Ghana.
The country's disaster management agency carried out operations to rescue residents from floodwaters that poured into homes, roads, and also into vehicles.
Now, the Interior Ministry advised residents to exercise extreme caution and avoid traveling until it is safe.
Of course, with the amount of water that's in place, some people just can't get around.
And it looks like that we're still seeing some rain in the region as we go forward through the day into Tuesday.
So looking at some thunderstorms across and toward the north, heat is the big story here, highs near 40 in Marrakesh.
And that's also part of the story into Europe. Heat is the big story with highs moving into the mid-30s in places like Madrid, Rome, and Vienna.
We have to go up into Stockholm, Moscow, and Warsaw before we start seeing some rain on Tuesday.
Heat for the eastern portion of the United States, that's something to be on the lookout for with some thunderstorms into the upper Midwest as we go into Tuesday.
Hope you have a good day where if you are.
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00:27:40 話者 1
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