The sudden attack was branded as an “act of terrorism” by world leaders.
The sudden attack was branded as an “act of terrorism” by world leaders, who spoke out in solidarity with the people of Japan following the horrific shooting.
Japan’s longest-serving leader collapsed and was bleeding from the neck after he was attacked from behind during a stump speech at about 11:30 a.m. ahead of Sunday’s upper house elections, local outlets reported., 67, appeared to be in cardiac arrest and was later pronounced dead at 5:03 p.m. local time at the hospital.
Among the dozens of politicians leading tributes was former US President Donald Trump, who described Abe as a “truly great man and leader,” adding that he “was a true friend of mine and, much more importantly, America.”“This is a tremendous blow to the wonderful people of Japan, who loved and admired him so much.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who hastily returned to Tokyo from campaign events around the country, called the attack “dastardly and barbaric.”“I’m praying for former Prime Minister Abe’s survival from the bottom of my heart,” Kishida told reporters.Incredibly sad news about Shinzo Abe. His global leadership through unchartered times will be remembered by many. My thoughts are with his family, friends and the Japanese people.
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