Summary
- Israel’s ambassador to Japan criticizes Nihon Hidankyo leader for comparing atomic bomb survivors’ experiences to children of Gaza
- Ambassador Gilad Cohen deems comparison as outrageous and baseless, citing Hamas’ violence against Israeli civilians
- Congratulations given to Nihon Hidankyo for Nobel Peace Prize win, but criticism towards the organization’s co-chair for drawing the comparison
- The controversial statement made by Toshiyuki Mimaki has sparked debate and backlash in Japan