Moscow has condemned Japan's decision to not invite its representatives to the annual ceremonies marking the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in response to Russia's war on Ukraine.
Nagasaki will not invite Russian Ambassador to Japan Mikhail Galuzin to an Aug 9 event marking the 77th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the southwestern city in response to Moscow's aggression in Ukraine, Mayor Tomihisa Taue said. "While the event is a good opportunity to make a direct…
"While the event is a good opportunity to make a direct appeal for peace, we must also anticipate unforeseen circumstances" such as possible anti-Russia protests, Mayor Tomihisa Taue said.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki officials have decided not to invite representatives from Russia to their annual ceremonies marking the atomic bombing of the cities in response to Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.