(ANSA) - ROME, AUG 15 - "Deep remorse" for the actions taken by Japan during the Second World War was expressed by Emperor Naruhito in a ceremony for the 75th anniversary of the end of the conflict, while Prime Minister Shinzo Abe promised that "the tragedy it will never be repeated. " This year the commemorations were held in reduced form due to the coronavirus pandemic. "Looking back on the long postwar period of peace, reflecting on our past and keeping the feelings of deep remorse present, I sincerely hope that the devastation of war will never be repeated", said the emperor in front of the Tokyo memorial in the presence of 500 people, respect to 6,000 last year.
Four government ministers - including education ministers - visited the controversial Yasukuni temple, dedicated to several prominent political figures convicted of war crimes and 2.5 million Japanese dead. A politician had not been to the temple since 2016. (HANDLE).
75th World War II in Japan, 'deep remorse'
2020-08-15T08:30:59.962Z
"Deep remorse" for Japan's actions during World War II was expressed by Emperor Naruhito in a ceremony marking the 75th anniversary of the conflict, while Prime Minister Shinzo Abe promised that "the tragedy will not be ... (HANDLE)