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Hiroshima marks 81 years as mayor criticizes nuclear weapons
Filed: Aug 06, 2026 at 3:08 AM ET
Summary: Hiroshima mayor deplored pursuit of nuclear weapons as survivors express frustration over deterrence support.
WHO: Hiroshima mayor
WHAT: Mayor deplored pursuit of nuclear weapons as survivors expressed frustration and worry about growing support for nuclear deterrence.
WHEN: Aug 06, 2026 at 2:09 AM ET
WHERE: Hiroshima, Japan
WHY: The criticism and worry were triggered by growing international support for possessing nuclear weapons for deterrence.
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