Japan will still be going to the polls on Sunday despite former prime minister Shinzo Abe's assassination. The elections are for about half the seats in Japan's Upper House of Parliament.

Japan: Upper house elections to go on despite Shinzo Abe's murder

Shinzo Abe's untimely death reveals that he was a great politician. His assassination brought the world closer as tributes and condolences pour in from across the globe. But, what is it about him that made him stand out as a world leader.

Shinzo Abe's political legacy: How Abe laid the foundation for India-Japan ties

67-year-old Shinzo Abe was delivering a speech when he was shot. In Global leadership series, watch Japan's former PM Abe's last interview to an international channel.

Global Leadership Series: Shinzo Abe's last interview to an international channel

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Japan's longest-serving modern leader, Shinzo Abe, who was gunned down during a speech in support of a local candidate in the western city of Nara.

India mourns Shinzo Abe, Tricolour flies at half-mast

Despite the gruesome assassination of Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe, Japan is still planning to hold elections on Sunday. Abe was campaigning when a man shot him.

Japan to still hold elections on Sunday: 'Japan will not succumb to violence'

Tributes are pouring in from leaders across the world after the assassination of former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe. World leaders have expressed shock and grief over the brutal killing.

World leaders pay tribute to former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

Speaking to Molly Gambhir, Japan's Deputy Cabinet Secretary for Public Affairs Koichiro Matsumoto said Shinzo Abe was extremely found of India and believed in the India-Japan partnership. Here is an excerpt from that conversation.

Gravitas: Exclusive: Former Shinzo Abe aide speaks to WION

In May, Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe had told WION's Managing Editor Palki Sharma that the India-Japan relationship has the biggest potential. Here is an excerpt from that conversation.

Gravitas: Shinzo Abe's last interview to a global news network

Shinzo Abe was born into Japanese political royalty. He entered politics in 1982 and went on to scale unprecedented heights of power in Japan. He retired as the country's longest-serving premier. Molly Gambhir take a look at Abe's legacy.

Gravitas: A look back at Shinzo Abe's political legacy

Japan is considered one of the safest countries in the world. Shootings are rare, attacks on political leaders even rarer. Japan has extremely tight gun control laws. So, what explains the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe?

Gravitas: Shinzo Abe assassination: A look at Japan's gun laws

<p>The assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shocked the world. Japan's longest-serving modern leader and the country's best-known politician was killed on Friday (July 8) by a man when Abe was delivering a campaign speech in Nara.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The head of police of the area where the leader was assassinated admitted on Saturday that there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former prime minister. He has pledged an investigation. The police chief said he "take[s] responsibility" for the security failure that resulted in Abe's demise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nara Prefectural Police Chief Tomoaki Onizuka told a news conference that Abe's security personnel followed Onizuka's approved plan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "After the first report of the incident came at 11:30 a.m., and the situation was revealed, it was the height of the guilt and regret I've felt in my 27 years in law enforcement. I feel the weight of my responsibility."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Japan is known for its strict gun laws and it is understood that the security at local campaign events in Japan can be relatively relaxed. But considering Abe's profile, people around the world raised questions about whether measures to protect him were too lax.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Onizuka further said, "The urgent matter is for us to conduct a thorough investigation to clarify what happened."&nbsp;</p>

<p>His voice was shaking with emotion when he said, "As the regional police chief responsible for the safety and security of the region, I took necessary steps and built structures for security and guarding."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The officials arrested a 41-year-old man immediately after Abe was shot at close range. The authorities revealed that the suspect had used a homemade gun.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The suspect told investigators he had also visited other spots where Abe had made campaign appearances, including in the city of Okayama, more than 200 km (120 miles) from Nara, media reported.</p>

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The assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shocked the world. Japan's longest-serving modern leader and the country's best-known politician was killed on Friday (July 8) by a man when Abe was delivering a campaign speech in Nara.

The assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shocked the world. Japan's longest-serving modern leader and the country's best-known politician was killed on Friday (July 8) by a man when Abe was delivering a campaign speech in Nara. The head of police of the area where the leader was assassinated admitted on Saturday that there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former prime minister. He has pledged an investigation. The police chief said he "take[s] responsibility" for the security failure that resulted in Abe's demise. Nara Prefectural Police Chief Tomoaki Onizuka told a news conference that Abe's security personnel followed Onizuka's approved plan. He said, "After the first report of the incident came at 11:30 a.m., and the situation was revealed, it was the height of the guilt and regret I've felt in my 27 years in law enforcement. I feel the weight of my responsibility." ALSO READ | Shinzo Abe’s killing: Tetsuya Yamagami initially planned to attack religious leader, say Police WATCH | Japanese mourn ex-PM Abe day after the horrific shooting × Japan is known for its strict gun laws and it is understood that the security at local campaign events in Japan can be relatively relaxed. But considering Abe's profile, people around the world raised questions about whether measures to protect him were too lax. Onizuka further said, "The urgent matter is for us to conduct a thorough investigation to clarify what happened." His voice was shaking with emotion when he said, "As the regional police chief responsible for the safety and security of the region, I took necessary steps and built structures for security and guarding." ALSO READ | China's Xi 'deeply regrets' death of Japan's Shinzo Abe Suspect arrested The officials arrested a 41-year-old man immediately after Abe was shot at close range. The authorities revealed that the suspect had used a homemade gun. The suspect told investigators he had also visited other spots where Abe had made campaign appearances, including in the city of Okayama, more than 200 km (120 miles) from Nara, media reported. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Shinzo Abe's assassination: Local police say there were 'undeniable flaws' in security

Tributes are pouring in from leaders across the world after the assassination of former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe. Now, his remains were brought to Tokyo residence.

Shinbo Abe assassination: Remains brought to Tokyo residence

Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was declared dead by the officials after he was shot during his speech in western Japan’s Nara. Japan is mourning the loss of a great leader.

Shinbo Abe assassination: Japan mourns the loss of a great leader

Japan's Ex-PM Shinzo Abe assassinated: World leaders pay tribute to Abe

Shinzo Abe entered politics in 1982 and retired as the country's longest-serving premier. Take a look back at some of the key moments and dates in Abe's life and career.

A lookback at Japan Ex-PM Shinzo Abe's life

Tributes are pouring in from leaders across the world after the assassination of former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe. World leaders have expressed shock and grief over the brutal killing. India has announced National day of mourning for Abe on 9th July

India: National day of mourning for Abe on 9th July

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has collapsed after he was shot twice at a campaigning event in the city of Nara. He was reportedly shot in the chest by unidentified attacker.

Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe has been shot at during election event; suspect arrested

From ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe's death to G20 ministers meeting and discussion of the war in Ukraine, here are some key events from the day in pictures.

World in Pictures: Shinzo Abe dies; G20 ministers discuss Ukraine

Japan's former Prime Minister and also its longest-serving PM Shinzo Abe has been assassinated early this morning. Doctors said Shinzo Abe lost consciousness due to loss of blood.

Doctors say Shinzo Abe lost consciousness due to loss of blood

Japan's former Prime Minister and also its longest-serving PM Shinzo Abe has been assassinated early this morning. He was 67-years-old and was someone who has been credited for the transformation of the Japanese economy.

'It is a barbarian act amid election campaigns,' says PM Fumio Kishida on Shinzo Abe's assassination

Former Japanese PM Shinzo Dies after being shot in Nara during election campaign event

Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was declared dead by the officials after he was shot during his speech in western Japan’s Nara. He was reportedly shot in the chest.

Shinzo Abe shot dead: Japan's longest-serving PM no more

Indian Prime Minister has offered condolences and has paid tribute to the former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe. The Indian Prime Minister put out a series of tweets expressing his grief on Abe's assassination.

'Shinzo Abe was a dependable friend, helped in strengthening India-Japan ties'

Tributes pour in for Shinzo Abe: World offers condolences to Abe's family

Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe assassinated in the city of Nara during a campaign rally

<p>Shinzo Abe, a former Japanese prime minister, was killed today in a blatant assassination attempt. At the campaign gathering, police swiftly detained a man who appeared to be carrying a bizarre homemade firearm. According to a local source, the alleged attacker, Tetsuya Yamagami, 41, had served in the Japanese navy.</p>

<p>According to Japanese media reports, Abe, 67, was shot in the chest and neck with what looked to be a handgun with two barrels. The attacker, Tetsuya Yamagami, told police that Abe had made him unhappy and that he wanted to murder him.</p>

<p>The killer was wearing a grey shirt and khaki-colored jeans. He was 'simply standing there,' a witness claimed. The police seized the gun that he was reportedly in possession of.</p>

<p>The attacker was shown in local television footage patiently awaiting the start of Abe's address before launching the assault. According to NHK, he has been detained on suspicion of attempted murder.<br />
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<p>The assassin's weapon doesn't seem to be a typical gun made for sale in the marketplace.</p>

<p>Firearms violence is uncommon in Japan due to the country's highly severe gun restrictions, which are frequently linked to the yakuza organised criminal group.In Japan, political violence is likewise uncommon but not unheard of. Deputy Prime Minister Shin Kanemaru was shot in 1992, but escaped unharmed.<br />
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Shinzo Abe, a former Japanese prime minister, was killed today in a blatant assassination attempt. At the campaign gathering, police swiftly detained a man who appeared to be carrying a bizarre homemade firearm.

Shinzo Abe, a former Japanese prime minister, was killed today in a blatant assassination attempt. At the campaign gathering, police swiftly detained a man who appeared to be carrying a bizarre homemade firearm. According to a local source, the alleged attacker, Tetsuya Yamagami, 41, had served in the Japanese navy. According to Japanese media reports, Abe, 67, was shot in the chest and neck with what looked to be a handgun with two barrels. The attacker, Tetsuya Yamagami, told police that Abe had made him unhappy and that he wanted to murder him. The killer was wearing a grey shirt and khaki-colored jeans. He was 'simply standing there,' a witness claimed. The police seized the gun that he was reportedly in possession of. The attacker was shown in local television footage patiently awaiting the start of Abe's address before launching the assault. According to NHK, he has been detained on suspicion of attempted murder. Watch: The assassin's weapon doesn't seem to be a typical gun made for sale in the marketplace. Firearms violence is uncommon in Japan due to the country's highly severe gun restrictions, which are frequently linked to the yakuza organised criminal group.In Japan, political violence is likewise uncommon but not unheard of. Deputy Prime Minister Shin Kanemaru was shot in 1992, but escaped unharmed. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Shinzo Abe assassinated: ‘Handmade Gun’ used to kill Japan's longest-serving prime minister

<p>Shinzo Abe, who was killed at a campaign rally in western Japan on Friday, was the nation's longest-serving prime minister and was born into a prominent political family. He is credited with bringing some stability to Japan after a period of economic stagnation and frequent leadership changes, but he also infuriated China and South Korea, as well as many Japanese, with his nationalistic rhetoric.</p>

<p>These significant dates in Abe's life and career are shown here:</p>

<p><strong>September 21, 1954: </strong>Abe was born in Tokyo, the son of former foreign minister of Japan Shintaro Abe and the grandson of former prime minister Nobusuke Kishi.</p>

<p><strong>1977: </strong>After earning a political science degree from Seikei University in Tokyo, the student relocates to the United States to spend three semesters studying public policy at the University of Southern California.</p>

<p><strong>1979: </strong>Starts working at Kobe Steel while the company is growing its international footprint.</p>

<p><strong>1982: </strong>Leaves the company to pursue new opportunities with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Foreign Ministry.</p>

<p><strong>1993: </strong>Initially chosen to serve as an LDP lawmaker for Yamaguchi, a prefecture in the southwest. The party's main group, Seiwakai, which had previously been led by Abe's father, who passed away in 1991, becomes a member of and later gets led by Abe, who is already thought of as a conservative.</p>

<p><strong>2005: </strong>Under Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, Abe is designated chief cabinet secretary and is in charge of negotiating the release of kidnapped Japanese nationals from North Korea. He won the LDP leadership election in the same year, putting him in position to succeed the current prime minister.</p>

<p><strong>September 26, 2006: </strong>Abe, who takes office as Japan's first prime minister, oversees economic reforms while adopting a tough stance against North Korea and attempting to forge relationships with China and South Korea.</p>

<p><strong>2007: </strong>Abe steps down as prime minister, citing health reasons, following electoral losses that caused the LDP to lose control of the legislature for the first time in 52 years. Abe has ulcerative colitis, but he has been able to manage it with medication.</p>

<p><strong>2012: </strong>Abe becomes the second prime minister after being re-elected as LDP president.</p>

<p><strong>2013: </strong>Abe introduces his "Abenomics" plans, which include structural reforms and easy lending, in an effort to spur economic growth. Japan's relations with China go through a particularly difficult period but start to improve after Abe talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in Beijing.</p>

<p><strong>2014-2020: </strong>After being re-elected as LDP leader, he held the position of prime minister for a total of four terms. During this time, he forms strong bonds with Donald Trump, with whom he attends summits and goes golfing.</p>

<p><strong>August 28, 2020:</strong> Declares his resignation as prime minister as his ulcerative colitis flares up once more, this time citing health concerns. Abe was already the longest-serving prime minister in Japan at that moment.</p>

<p><strong>2021: </strong>Abe demonstrates his ability to inflame Beijing even after leaving the office with remarks about Taiwan, the independent island China claims as its own and has threatened to assault. In a speech, Abe cautioned that "military expeditions will lead to economic suicide."</p>

<p><strong>July 8, 2022:</strong> While making a speech at a political gathering in the city of Nara, Abe is fatally shot. Police detain a man suspect, albeit they do not yet know his whereabouts.</p>

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Shinzo Abe, who was killed at a campaign rally in western Japan on Friday, was the nation's longest-serving prime minister and was born into a prominent political family.

Shinzo Abe, who was killed at a campaign rally in western Japan on Friday, was the nation's longest-serving prime minister and was born into a prominent political family. He is credited with bringing some stability to Japan after a period of economic stagnation and frequent leadership changes, but he also infuriated China and South Korea, as well as many Japanese, with his nationalistic rhetoric. These significant dates in Abe's life and career are shown here: September 21, 1954: Abe was born in Tokyo, the son of former foreign minister of Japan Shintaro Abe and the grandson of former prime minister Nobusuke Kishi. 1977: After earning a political science degree from Seikei University in Tokyo, the student relocates to the United States to spend three semesters studying public policy at the University of Southern California. 1979: Starts working at Kobe Steel while the company is growing its international footprint. 1982: Leaves the company to pursue new opportunities with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Foreign Ministry. 1993: Initially chosen to serve as an LDP lawmaker for Yamaguchi, a prefecture in the southwest. The party's main group, Seiwakai, which had previously been led by Abe's father, who passed away in 1991, becomes a member of and later gets led by Abe, who is already thought of as a conservative. 2005: Under Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, Abe is designated chief cabinet secretary and is in charge of negotiating the release of kidnapped Japanese nationals from North Korea. He won the LDP leadership election in the same year, putting him in position to succeed the current prime minister. September 26, 2006: Abe, who takes office as Japan's first prime minister, oversees economic reforms while adopting a tough stance against North Korea and attempting to forge relationships with China and South Korea. 2007: Abe steps down as prime minister, citing health reasons, following electoral losses that caused the LDP to lose control of the legislature for the first time in 52 years. Abe has ulcerative colitis, but he has been able to manage it with medication. 2012: Abe becomes the second prime minister after being re-elected as LDP president. 2013: Abe introduces his "Abenomics" plans, which include structural reforms and easy lending, in an effort to spur economic growth. Japan's relations with China go through a particularly difficult period but start to improve after Abe talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in Beijing. 2014-2020: After being re-elected as LDP leader, he held the position of prime minister for a total of four terms. During this time, he forms strong bonds with Donald Trump, with whom he attends summits and goes golfing. August 28, 2020: Declares his resignation as prime minister as his ulcerative colitis flares up once more, this time citing health concerns. Abe was already the longest-serving prime minister in Japan at that moment. 2021: Abe demonstrates his ability to inflame Beijing even after leaving the office with remarks about Taiwan, the independent island China claims as its own and has threatened to assault. In a speech, Abe cautioned that "military expeditions will lead to economic suicide." July 8, 2022: While making a speech at a political gathering in the city of Nara, Abe is fatally shot. Police detain a man suspect, albeit they do not yet know his whereabouts. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a one-day national mourning on July 9 for former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, moments after he succumbed to gunshot wounds after being shot at in Nara, near Kyoto. Abe was shot twice from behind at around 8 AM IST while he was delivering a campaign speech outside a train station.</p>

<p>PM Modi tweeted multiple times about Shinzo Abe, citing the political stature of the Japanese leader, their friendship, and their most recent meeting from May, when Modi had visited Japan for the Quad Summit.</p>

<p>PM Modi wrote, "As a mark of our deepest respect for former Prime Minister #ShinzoAbe, a one day national mourning shall be observed on 9 July 2022."</p>

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<p>"I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the tragic demise of one of my dearest friends, Shinzo Abe. He was a towering global statesman, an outstanding leader, and a remarkable administrator. He dedicated his life to make Japan and the world a better place," PM Modi tweeted.</p>

<p>"My association with Mr. Abe goes back many years. I had got to know him during my tenure as Gujarat CM and our friendship continued after I became PM. His sharp insights on economy and global affairs always made a deep impression on me," he added.<br />
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<p>"During my recent visit to Japan, I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Abe again and discuss many issues. He was witty and insightful as always. Little did I know that this would be our last meeting. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the Japanese people," he said in another tweet.<br />
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India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, while reminiscing nearly three decades of personally knowing Abe, shared a picture of them together and wrote, “A sad day for Japan, for India, the world and for me personally. A quarter century of memories of Shinzo Abe. No words to express them.”</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a one-day national mourning on July 9 for former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, moments after he succumbed to gunshot wounds after being shot at in Nara, near Kyoto.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a one-day national mourning on July 9 for former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, moments after he succumbed to gunshot wounds after being shot at in Nara, near Kyoto. Abe was shot twice from behind at around 8 AM IST while he was delivering a campaign speech outside a train station. PM Modi tweeted multiple times about Shinzo Abe, citing the political stature of the Japanese leader, their friendship, and their most recent meeting from May, when Modi had visited Japan for the Quad Summit. PM Modi wrote, "As a mark of our deepest respect for former Prime Minister #ShinzoAbe, a one day national mourning shall be observed on 9 July 2022." According to the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs' official statement, "Mr Shinzo Abe, former Prime Minister of Japan passed away on 08th July 2022. As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, the Government of India has decided that there will be one day's State Mourning tomorrow throughout India.The National Flag will be flown at half-mast on the day of mourning throughout India on all buildings where the National Flag is flown regularly and there will be no official entertainment on the day." × "I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the tragic demise of one of my dearest friends, Shinzo Abe. He was a towering global statesman, an outstanding leader, and a remarkable administrator. He dedicated his life to make Japan and the world a better place," PM Modi tweeted. "My association with Mr. Abe goes back many years. I had got to know him during my tenure as Gujarat CM and our friendship continued after I became PM. His sharp insights on economy and global affairs always made a deep impression on me," he added. PM Modi also recalled his last meeting with Abe in May when he had visited Japan to attend the Quad Summit. Sharing a picture from my most recent meeting with my dear friend, Shinzo Abe in Tokyo. Always passionate about strengthening India-Japan ties, he had just taken over as the Chairman of the Japan-India Association. pic.twitter.com/Mw2nR1bIGz — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2022 × "During my recent visit to Japan, I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Abe again and discuss many issues. He was witty and insightful as always. Little did I know that this would be our last meeting. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the Japanese people," he said in another tweet. India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, while reminiscing nearly three decades of personally knowing Abe, shared a picture of them together and wrote, “A sad day for Japan, for India, the world and for me personally. A quarter century of memories of Shinzo Abe. No words to express them.” A sad day for Japan, for India,the world and for me personally. A quarter century of memories of Shinzo Abe. No words to express them. pic.twitter.com/WYndqFDx0D — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 8, 2022 × WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Shinzo Abe killed: India announces one-day national mourning as mark of respect

Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, the longest serving PM of the country ahs passes away at the age of 67. Despite withering political churns, Shinzo Abe left behind a legacy that will be remembered.

Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving PM, dies at 67

Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, the longest serving PM of the country has passed away at the age of 67. Despite weathering political churns, Shinzo Abe left behind a legacy that will be remembered.

Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe has been declared dead after being shot while delivering a speech

Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during an election campaign event in the city of Nara in Western Japan.

Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe dies after attack by gunman in Nara

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