Hiroshima officials have urged world leaders to move away from relying on nuclear weapons as deterrence and to work towards their abolishment in light of ongoing conflicts and rising tensions globally. This call to action comes as Hiroshima commemorates the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing that devastated the city at the end of World War II.
The memorial event follows recent reaffirmations of the U.S.'s commitment to 'extended deterrence,' which includes the use of atomic weapons to protect its allies, including Japan. Hiroshima Governor emphasized that nuclear-armed nations must acknowledge the inherent risks associated with these weapons, as history has shown that once invented, they have been used without exception.
