Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing

Published: 8/6/2025
Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing
On the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima, a ceremony was held attended by Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and dignitaries from around the world. The legacy of the bombing, which killed over 200,000 people, continues to impact survivors today, with one sharing his story to educate younger generations. Hiroshima's mayor emphasized the importance of nuclear disarmament and urged Japan to ratify the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in his speech at the ceremony, warning against a global trend of military build-up.