US and UK ambassadors skip Nagasaki's atomic bombing memorial due to Israel's exclusion.

US and UK ambassadors to Japan, Rahm Emanuel and Julia Longbottom, have decided not to attend Nagasaki's atomic bombing memorial service this year in response to Israel's exclusion from the event. Nagasaki Mayor, Shiro Suzuki, chose not to invite Israel due to concerns over potential unforeseen situations such as protests, sabotage, or attacks on attendees. The exclusion of Israel faced criticism from several ambassadors, who believe it politicizes the commemoration.

August 07, 2024
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