Israeli and Iranian forces are continuing to launch attacks on each other
Israeli and Iranian forces are continuing to launch attacks on each other's territory for a fifth day. World leaders are urging restraint as casualties mount, including after an attack on Tehran's state broadcaster.The Israeli strike was captured live. Israeli Defense Forces say they targeted a communications center used for military purposes. The IDF also claims they killed four senior Iranian intelligence officials and destroyed over 120 missile launchers, about one-third of the country's arsenal.
Iran's health ministry says over 1,800 people have been injured and more than 200 killed since Israel started its attacks Friday. It says most of the casualties are civilians.
Iran has retaliated with its own strikes.
Israel claims Iran fired more than 370 missiles, with 30 making impact. Israeli media reports four people have been killed in missile attacks near Tel Aviv through Monday.
We hope also the Iranian regime will collapse and then we won't be able, we won't have to be scary about the the atomic bombs.
Iranian media says the country's Revolutionary Guards have told people in Tel Aviv to evacuate. A senior official reportedly said Iran is prepared for a full-scale war.Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says he has not ruled out killing Iran's supreme leader. He spoke with the US news outlet ABC News Monday. He said a potential assassination wouldn't escalate the conflict. It would end it.
Speaking at the G7 summit in Canada, US President Donald Trump called on both sides to come to the table.
They have to make a deal. It's painful for both parties, but I'd say Iran is not winning this war. And they should talk, and they should talk immediately before it's too late.
Trump said on social media Tuesday that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. He also advised people in Tehran to evacuate. One US defense official told NHK the defense secretary ordered the Nimitz nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to the Middle East.Trump's early exit from G7 Summit impacts world leaders' diplomatic plans
Due to that conflict, President Trump has left the G7 summit early. He's returning to Washington to address the situation.I wish I could stay for tomorrow, but they understand. This is big stuff.
Trump will be skipping the second day of the summit in Kananaskis. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he is very grateful for Trump's presence, and he fully understands the circumstances.
Before leaving, the president co-signed a G-7 statement about the conflict. In it, the leaders reiterated their commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East. They expressed support for Israel's right to defend itself, calling Iran the principal source of instability and terror in the region. They also said Iran can never have a nuclearweapon.
NHK World's Sarah Aoyagi has been following the summit. She delves into Trump's decision to leave early, and tells us about a meeting of security officials he's reportedly requested amid the fighting in the Middle East.
That said, many are now wondering what was so serious for Trump to decide to leave so suddenly. Sarah Aoyagi, NHK World.
That list includes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who's set to attend on Tuesday. He was likely expecting to discuss US military aid for Kyiv and efforts to achieve a ceasefire with Moscow. South Korean President Lee Jae-myeon, who took office earlier this month, was also expected to meet Trump on Tuesday. He was hoping to discuss closer ties, as well as Washington's impending tariffs.
Mexico is another country in tough trade talks with the US But President Claudia Schoenbaum also missed her chance for a meeting with Trump at the summit.
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The leaders of Japan and the US have met on the sidelines of the G7 summit.Let's get the details from our business team's Gene Otani.
Hiroaki, thanks.
Ishiba: Agreed with Trump to continue talks on tariffs
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru did manage to speak with US President Donald Trump before he left. They discussed tariff issues, but have yet to reach a package agreement.Japan and the US have been energetically holding sincere discussions. We are searching out possibilities through the negotiations. There are some points we have yet to agree on, so we have not yet reached an overall agreement.
Ishiba added they exchanged candid opinions and agreed to instruct ministers In charge to further advance the discussions, he reiterated that Tokyo will continue to make utmost efforts to protect its national interest. The meeting follows a series of talks in which the Japanese chief tariff negotiator requested that the Trump administration conduct a review of the tariffs it imposed on Japan.US auto tariff to put the brakes on Japan's economy
Japan's biggest worry is the 25% additional tariff on automobiles.Since April, the United States has imposed a total tariff of 27.5% on Japanese auto exports.
That figure includes the conventional levy. The country's automakers released their earnings estimatesfor the current business year last month, but Mazda, Subaru and Nissan said they remain undetermined. A Nomuna Research Institute analyst says Trump's tariffs are likely to drag down Japan's annual GDP by a total of 0.47%.
Trump's tariff measures are set to weigh heavily on the Japanese economy, raising concern over the long-term impact.
BOJ to slow cuts in bond buying in April next year
The Bank of Japan has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged. The central bank also decidedto slow the pace of reductions in bond purchases next year to prevent bond market instability.The bank's target of around 0.5% for short-term rates will remain in place. It made the announcement after its two-day policy meeting ended on Tuesday. The BOJ decision comes amid uncertainty about the economic effects in Japan of US President Donald Trump's tariff measures.
Investors have been watching for clues to how the central bank may adjust its plan for cutting the amount of Japanese government bonds it purchases monthly.
From April 2026, the BOJ will aim to reduce purchases by about 200 billion yen, or about $1.3 billion, every three months. That compares with the current plan to cut the amount by about 400 billion yen, or about $2.7 billion every quarter. POJ Governor Ueda Kazo explained the decision at a news conference later in the day.
Long-term interest rates should be formed in financial markets in principle. It is appropriate for the Bank of Japan to reduce its purchase amount of Japanese government bonds in a predictable manner, while allowing enough flexibility to support stability in JGB markets.
If the pace of reduction is too fast, that could have an unexpected effect on stability. The balance between these two ideas and the opinions of market participants were taken into account at today's meeting. The measures were decided to improve JGB market functions and provide stability.
US media: 'Golden Share' includes govt. veto over US steel board
The New York Times and the Associated Press say the government will have the authority to appoint one of US Steel's three independent board members. It will also have the right to approve or reject the other two appointments. The New York Times says that Nippon Steel maintains the golden share will stay in place until President Donald Trump's four-year term ends. However, in a social media post on the weekend, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the share is perpetual. This suggests the government will hold a permanent stake in US Steel. Specific details of the acquisition agreement that will give the Japanese steelmaker control of US Steel have not been announced. Nippon Steel on Saturday stated that Trump had approved the deal. It said the agreement allows it to turn US Steel into a wholly owned subsidiary.US media report the American government's golden share in US Steel, after it's acquired by Japan's Nippon Steel, will give the White House significant sway over the company's management.
Lifestyle changes prompt some to go tub-less in Japan
Relaxing in the bath has long been the way to wash away the day's troubles in Japan. Showers just weren't enough, but a change in urban lifestyles? has some people skipping the daily soak and getting rid of the tub.Tenants started moving into the rental units in this new building this month.
Its target market is singles in their 20s and 30s.
The toilet is separate.
Leaving out the tub means the total floor area can be smaller. As a result, the apartments are said to rent for at least 10% less than others of a similar size in the neighborhood. The real estate company handling the property has over 10,000 bathtub-less units for rent in Tokyo's 23 wards. It says the occupancy rate is 98%.
I think Gen. Z is increasingly choosing a lifestyle where a shower alone is sufficient. It's both cost-effective and time-efficient for them. I expect demand for these units will continue to grow.
An increasing number of nursing care facilities have recently introduced showers.This one has specially designed showers with multiple nozzles.
The angle and direction can be adjusted, allowing us to position the shower exactly where it's needed.
All they need to do is sit in the chair.
The shower helps reduce the burden on caregivers and improves safety.The sensation is also similar to taking a bath. The left side shows the surface temperature of a body after taking a shower with multiple nozzles.
The right side shows the effects of a regular shower.
There's a labor shortage in the care industry, so being able to do other tasks while the patient is showering, such as preparing towels, improves work efficiency and is highly appreciated.
For many people, a bathroom without a bathtub just is not a bathroom. But a growing number may see the benefits of going tubless. Saving on both timeAnd money.All right, let's have a look at the markets.
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And that's it for business news.Mercury soars across Japan, heatstroke warnings issued
Sorry. Authorities in Japan are warning people against heat stroke as temperatures top the mid 30 Celsius in some areas. They are also predicting unstable weather conditions later on Tuesday night.By 11 a.m., the mercury hit 36.9 degrees in Shizuoka City.
Residents sought relief from the heat.
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People are advised to use air conditioners, consume liquids in salt, and rest frequently when working outdoors. The unstable conditions are expected until late Tuesday,possibly triggering lightning and wind gusts.
New fine system for cyclists in Japan to start on April 1, 2026
A revision to the Road Traffic Act, enacted last year, introduces so-called blue ticket fines for relatively minor offenses. Cyclists issued such tickets by police can avoid indictment by paying a fine.The government determined the fines for 113 traffic violations at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday. For example, a person using a mobile phone while cycling will be fined 12,000 yen, or about $83.
Cyclists who ignore traffic signals travel in the wrong direction, or use pedestrian paths will face fines half that amount. Officials announced that, under the rules, bicycles are, in principle, required to use the road.
But there will be exceptions to allow riding on the sidewalk. These include cyclists under 13 years old and those 70 or older, as well as places where traffic is considered heavy and dangerous. Officials also said cyclists using sidewalks would not be fined unless they are going too fast or endangering pedestrians.
The Japanese government has unveiled the details of a new system to find cyclists for traffic violations. The regulations will come into effect on April 1st next year.
Volcano eruption alert level raised for Tokyo's Miyakejima island
Japanese officials have raised their warning for areas near the crater of Mount Oyama on the island of Miyakejima, south of central Tokyo.The Meteorological Agency issued the Level 2 warning at 12:50 p.m. on Tuesday. Officials had observed an increase in seismic activities beneath the volcano's crater. The agency says an eruption may be possible. The warning calls on people to refrain from approaching the crater, and that anyone near the caldera should be on alert for large cinders.
the 80th anniversary of the end of fierce World War II battles in Okinawa
Now, June 23 will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of fierce World War II battles in Okinawa. Archival photos discovered on the islands tell a grifting story. NHK World's Ichikawa Kanako brings a dark chapter of history to light, starting with one picture.This aerial photo was taken in 1971 by the local government, one year before Okinawa was returned to Japan.The blacked-out area holds historic significance.
Tokashiki is west of the main island of Okinawa. The darkened spot is today home to the National Okinawa Youth Friendship Center.
Such a rare photo.
Yamazatonozomu is the center's director. He gave me a tour of the educational facility.While on the site, he told me a US military base used to be there.
This area used to be a missile repair base. Missiles were installed in launchershere.
I found a photo in the prefecture's archive center showing what this area was like back then. It reveals US missiles and equipment. The site was inaccessible to civilians until its return to Japan in 1972. Our research also turned up an image from before the US base was built. It shows the unveiling ceremony of a senator of mourning islanders who died in the Battle of Okinawa. Across the prefecture, the fighting cost the lives of about 200,000, or one in four, civilians.84-year-old Zamami Masashige was only four at the time of the battle.
He and his family fled to this higher ground as the US military closed in.
During the war, a mass suicide took place in the valley down there.
On March 27th, 1945, US troops landed on Tokashiki Island.Amidst the chaos the next day, more than 300 residents committed mass suicide. Methods included detonating hand grenades and choking with rope. According to Tokashiki village officials, 330 people died in the tragedy.
On the day, I was walking in the rain, pulled by the hand. I remember everyone yelling.
Islanders built this cenotaph to mourn victims. Zamami also carried sand and stones to the site to help with construction.However, the tower was removed to make way for the US base.
Since Okinawa's reversion to Japan, Zamami has been sharing stories of local tragedies and conveying the preciousness of peace.
We finally have a facility here that can be used for peace. I think the most important thing is to let people learn about the past. I only hope this center remains forever and peace will continue.
In a place formerly blacked out in official images, photos tell of memories that should not be forgotten.Ichikawa Kanako, NHK World.
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Ohtani Shohei back on the mound as two-way player
In Major League Baseball, Otan Nishouke is back on the mound. The Los Angeles Dodgers player was the starting pitcher on Monday. The team celebrated the return of the two-way star with a win against the San Diego Padres.Fans were already on their feet when the Japanese superstar emerged from the dugout at the Dodgers Stadium.
Ohtani pitched the first inning against the Padres. He threw 28 pitches and gave up one run. Ohtani had to take a break from pitching for nearly two years after his second elbow surgery. The last time he both pitched and batted was in August 2023 while with the Los Angeles Angels.
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check on the weather
It's time for a check on the weather with our meteorologist, Jonathan Ngo.Jonathan, as we mentioned earlier, it's hot outside, and it's prompting concerns regarding heat stroke. Is any relief insight later this week?
Places like West Virginia saw some really heavy rainfall over the weekend. Seeing that chance again as we go through the day on Tuesday as well. So you need to be aware of your situation as you go forward in time. I mean, check out the highs here, 34 in Oklahoma City, 30 in Chicago, thunderstorms scattered from Denver all the way to Washington DC with rain into New York with high of 23 as you go through on Tuesday.
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And that's all for this edition of NHK News Line. I'm Yamakuchi Hiroaki. Thank you very much for staying with us.
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