Nagasaki marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing on Sunday (Aug 9) with a renewed appeal for nuclear disarmament, as Mayor Shiro Suzuki warned that growing reliance on nuclear deterrence was increasing, not reducing, the risk of war. Speaking at the annual memorial ceremony in Nagasaki Peace Park, Suzuki described nuclear weapons as “absolute evil” and urged world leaders to confront the dangers of expanding nuclear arsenals.“The theory of nuclear deterrence is extremely dangerous and fragile. Nuclear weapons are not a ‘necessary evil’ but an ‘absolute evil,’ and can never coexist with humanity,” Suzuki said. “To all leaders of the nuclear states and nations relying on nuclear deterrence, you must face the reality that the more you rely on nuclear deterrence, the more you increase the risk of a nuclear war.”The ceremony was attended by representatives from more than 90 countries, who observed a minute of silence at 11:02 am, the moment the US military dropped the plutonium bomb known as “Fat Man” over the city on August 9, 1945.The attack killed around 70,000 people by the end of that year, three days after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. Japan surrendered on August 15, bringing World War II to an end.Suzuki also directed his remarks at the Japanese government, calling on it to uphold the country’s three non-nuclear principles and participate in the upcoming review conference of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.The anniversary came as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government pushes a stronger defence posture and expands Japan’s military capabilities. Takaichi has supported nuclear deterrence, prompting debate over whether Japan could eventually ease restrictions related to nuclear weapons.Addressing the ceremony, Takaichi said her government would pursue “a realistic and pragmatic approach” toward a world without nuclear weapons. She did not mention the UN treaty banning nuclear weapons, which Japan has not signed because it remains under the protection of the US nuclear umbrella.Survivors of the bombings, known as hibakusha, have increasingly criticised Japan’s reliance on nuclear deterrence. With the number of survivors falling to just over 91,000 and their average age now above 86, many fear their testimony may fade with time.&nbsp;

Nagasaki marked the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing, with Mayor Shiro Suzuki calling nuclear weapons “absolute evil” and warning that reliance on nuclear deterrence increases the risk of war.

Nagasaki marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing on Sunday (Aug 9) with a renewed appeal for nuclear disarmament, as Mayor Shiro Suzuki warned that growing reliance on nuclear deterrence was increasing, not reducing, the risk of war. Speaking at the annual memorial ceremony in Nagasaki Peace Park, Suzuki described nuclear weapons as “absolute evil” and urged world leaders to confront the dangers of expanding nuclear arsenals. “The theory of nuclear deterrence is extremely dangerous and fragile. Nuclear weapons are not a ‘necessary evil’ but an ‘absolute evil,’ and can never coexist with humanity,” Suzuki said. “To all leaders of the nuclear states and nations relying on nuclear deterrence, you must face the reality that the more you rely on nuclear deterrence, the more you increase the risk of a nuclear war.” The ceremony was attended by representatives from more than 90 countries, who observed a minute of silence at 11:02 am, the moment the US military dropped the plutonium bomb known as “Fat Man” over the city on August 9, 1945. The attack killed around 70,000 people by the end of that year, three days after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. Japan surrendered on August 15, bringing World War II to an end. Suzuki also directed his remarks at the Japanese government, calling on it to uphold the country’s three non-nuclear principles and participate in the upcoming review conference of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. The anniversary came as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government pushes a stronger defence posture and expands Japan’s military capabilities. Takaichi has supported nuclear deterrence, prompting debate over whether Japan could eventually ease restrictions related to nuclear weapons. Addressing the ceremony, Takaichi said her government would pursue “a realistic and pragmatic approach” toward a world without nuclear weapons. She did not mention the UN treaty banning nuclear weapons, which Japan has not signed because it remains under the protection of the US nuclear umbrella. Survivors of the bombings, known as hibakusha, have increasingly criticised Japan’s reliance on nuclear deterrence. With the number of survivors falling to just over 91,000 and their average age now above 86, many fear their testimony may fade with time.

Nagasaki marked the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing, with Mayor Shiro Suzuki calling nuclear weapons “absolute evil” and warning that reliance on nuclear deterrence increases the risk of war.

‘Nuclear weapons are absolute evil’: Nagasaki warns world on 81st bombing anniversary

While celebrated for its technological achievements, the B-29’s legacy is inextricably linked to the enormous human toll of nuclear warfare. 

While celebrated for its technological achievements, the B-29’s legacy is inextricably linked to the enormous human toll of nuclear warfare.

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US President Donald Trump said that the recent American airstrikes on “ended the war” and left the sites “completely destroyed”. He even compared the strike’s impact to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II.<h2>Trump says the strike stopped war before it started</h2>Speaking at the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump argued that the military action had prevented further conflict with Iran. “They spent trillions of dollars trying to do this thing, and they didn’t come up with it, and we’re actually getting along with them very well right now,” he said.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/what-it-takes-to-fly-b-2-bomber-for-40-hours-straight-1750785472440">Stamina and sunflower seeds: What it takes to fly B-2 bomber for 40 hours straight?</a>He said, “That hit ended the war. That hit ended the war.” Trump then added, “I don’t want to use an example of Hiroshima, I don’t want to use an example of Nagasaki, but that was essentially the same thing that ended that war. This ended that, this ended that war.”According to him, had the US not carried out the operation, “they would have been… they’d be fighting right now.”<h2>What happened in Hiroshima and Nagasaki?</h2>In August 1945, the US dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the only time nuclear weapons have been used in warfare. The bomb on Hiroshima killed an estimated 140,000 people, while the strike on Nagasaki claimed around 70,000 lives. Both bombings caused massive destruction and led to Japan’s surrender, ending&nbsp;World&nbsp;War&nbsp;II.<h2>White House claims questioned by media and intel reports</h2>Trump’s statements come as US intelligence agencies and major news outlets oppugn how successful the strikes truly were. Reports from CNN and The New York Times, based on unnamed officials, suggest Iran’s core nuclear infrastructure may have only been delayed by a few months.In response, Trump lashed out at the media on his social platform, Truth Social. “Fake news CNN, together with the failing New York Times, have teamed up in an attempt to demean one of the most successful military strikes in history,” he wrote.“The nuclear sites in Iran are completely destroyed!” Trump said, rejecting any suggestion that the damage was limited.

In August 1945, the US dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the only time nuclear weapons have been used in warfare. 

US President Donald Trump said that the recent American airstrikes on “ended the war” and left the sites “completely destroyed”. He even compared the strike’s impact to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. Trump says the strike stopped war before it started Speaking at the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump argued that the military action had prevented further conflict with Iran. “They spent trillions of dollars trying to do this thing, and they didn’t come up with it, and we’re actually getting along with them very well right now,” he said. Also read: Stamina and sunflower seeds: What it takes to fly B-2 bomber for 40 hours straight? He said, “That hit ended the war. That hit ended the war.” Trump then added, “I don’t want to use an example of Hiroshima, I don’t want to use an example of Nagasaki, but that was essentially the same thing that ended that war. This ended that, this ended that war.” According to him, had the US not carried out the operation, “they would have been… they’d be fighting right now.” What happened in Hiroshima and Nagasaki? In August 1945, the US dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the only time nuclear weapons have been used in warfare. The bomb on Hiroshima killed an estimated 140,000 people, while the strike on Nagasaki claimed around 70,000 lives. Both bombings caused massive destruction and led to Japan’s surrender, ending World War II. White House claims questioned by media and intel reports Trump’s statements come as US intelligence agencies and major news outlets oppugn how successful the strikes truly were. Reports from CNN and The New York Times, based on unnamed officials, suggest Iran’s core nuclear infrastructure may have only been delayed by a few months. In response, Trump lashed out at the media on his social platform, Truth Social. “Fake news CNN, together with the failing New York Times, have teamed up in an attempt to demean one of the most successful military strikes in history,” he wrote. “The nuclear sites in Iran are completely destroyed!” Trump said, rejecting any suggestion that the damage was limited.

In August 1945, the US dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the only time nuclear weapons have been used in warfare.&nbsp;

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‘Nuclear weapons are absolute evil’: Nagasaki warns world on 81st bombing anniversary

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