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G7 Nations and Israel Unite for Nagasaki Peace Ceremony

7/12/2025

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Nagasaki is set to welcome ambassadors from the G7 nations and Israel to its poignant annual peace ceremony on August 9, marking the tragic anniversary of the 1945 atomic bombing. This year’s inclusion of Israel, after last year's controversy, reflects a commitment to honor all victims, with Russia and Belarus also receiving invitations.

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Nagasaki is set to welcome ambassadors from the G7 nations and Israel to its poignant annual peace ceremony on August 9, marking the tragic anniversary of the 1945 atomic bombing. This year’s inclusion of Israel, after last year's controversy, reflects a commitment to honor all victims, with Russia and Belarus also receiving invitations.