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Japan Declares War on Bears Amid Record 196 Attacks, 8 Dead

Japan Declares War on Bears Amid Record 196 Attacks, 8 Dead
Japan is facing an unprecedented increase in bear attacks with 196 incidents and 8 fatalities recorded in 2025. This surge has prompted the government to declare a figurative "war on bears," implementing new policies including allowing police to assist in hunting and using high-tech solutions like drones to deter bears.