The United Kingdom mourns the tragic death of former Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe, a great friend of this country.
Our thoughts are with his family and the Japanese people at this dark and sad time. pic.twitter.com/gZJS5h7AlE
— UK Prime Minister (@10DowningStreet) July 8, 2022
安倍晋三元首相に関する非常に悲しいニュースです。未曽有の時代に彼が発揮したグローバルなリーダーシップは、多くの人々の記憶に残るでしょう。安倍晋三元首相のご家族、ご友人、そして日本国民の皆さまに思いを寄せています。英国はこの暗く悲しい時にあなた方と共にあります。
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) July 8, 2022
Truly heartbreaking to hear of the death of my friend Shinzo Abe, former Prime Minister of Japan — killed in the most appalling of circumstances while campaigning for his political party.
— Theresa May (@theresa_may) July 8, 2022
He was a statesman of the highest calibre. A dependable partner and trusted ally. A consummate host. But also the warmest and kindest of friends.
My prayers and deepest sympathies are with his family and the people of Japan. pic.twitter.com/c8HpXlUMv3
— Theresa May (@theresa_may) July 8, 2022
Theresa May says Shinzo Abe was "the warmest and kindest of friends," as tributes from world leaders for the former Japanese PM continue https://t.co/hfqIQxbzDl pic.twitter.com/W6ffHzkn3j
— Bloomberg UK (@BloombergUK) July 8, 2022
This is devastating and truly shocking news. Shinzo Abe was a good friend personally, a strong partner to the UK, and a thoroughly kind and decent man. I enjoyed working with him. My heart goes out to his family and friends, and to the people of Japan at this very sad time. pic.twitter.com/EKHH37Lapp
— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) July 8, 2022
Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe dies in hospital after he was shot at campaign event, say local mediahttps://t.co/lqtBtzsvLl
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) July 8, 2022
The legacy of Japan's longest serving PM Shinzo Abehttps://t.co/CN0iHK1F41
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-PM Abe injured after reported gunshot attack https://t.co/MBXWvZj5aa
— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe: Former Japanese prime minister 'shot' while giving speech, according to reports https://t.co/uJ6cJ5sFgk
— Sky News (@SkyNews) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe's importance in stemming Japan's economic decline over the last two decades cannot be overstated https://t.co/gNDsD20abs
— Sky News (@SkyNews) July 8, 2022
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT – Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the country’s longest-serving leader, died after being shot while campaigning for a parliamentary election https://t.co/GsmbxSa1uH pic.twitter.com/otjGG1l7QM
— Reuters (@Reuters) July 8, 2022
U.S. 'saddened and shocked' by shooting of Japan's former premier Abe, envoy says https://t.co/gDn7rhjHxW pic.twitter.com/6xtLo3iqCD
— Reuters (@Reuters) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe shot: former Japan prime minister ‘showing no vital signs’, say police – live https://t.co/tDRx1VsYGl
— The Guardian (@guardian) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe: from young symbol of change to Japan’s longest-serving PM https://t.co/ruypVtzYVK
— The Guardian (@guardian) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe dies after shooting at political rally pic.twitter.com/YnsHw7f8G1
— The Sun (@TheSun) July 8, 2022
Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe dies after being shot on campaign trail https://t.co/Nv8BN75Oq7
— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) July 8, 2022
Political violence is rare in Japan, a country with strict gun regulations. The gun used in the shooting of Shinzo Abe appeared to be a home-made firearm https://t.co/7yj5STgXit pic.twitter.com/PrxnqviU7G
— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) July 8, 2022
What we know about shooting of ex-Japanese PM so far:
– He is 'gravely ill' after being shot in the chest
– 'Attacked from behind' during speech
– 'Suffering heart failure' and 'showing no vital signs'
– Man, 42, arrested at scene https://t.co/P8ySybmQdC pic.twitter.com/XfiNqsy4NI— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) July 8, 2022
‘Homemade gun’ recovered from scene of Shinzo Abe shooting https://t.co/NQQWx0DfLd
— The Independent (@Independent) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese prime minister #ShinzoAbe shot during campaign speech. https://t.co/H3urNC46P3
— The Independent (@Independent) July 8, 2022
⚫️ 'Abe was from an illustrious political family and had ambitions such as re-arming Japan, but in office he focused on reviving the economy.'
Read the full obituary ⤵️https://t.co/XORhYplRQL
— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) July 8, 2022
🔴Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, has been rushed to hospital after being shot while delivering a speech https://t.co/MSTVwuzJh8
— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) July 8, 2022
Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe shot in Nara https://t.co/Gsxs8TIwef
— Financial Times (@FT) July 8, 2022
Abe Shinzo, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, is in a critical condition after being shot while making a campaign speech. In this article from 2020, we considered his political legacy https://t.co/qsFXoSbN0n
— The Economist (@TheEconomist) July 8, 2022
Abe Shinzo, Japan’s longest-serving post-war prime minister, has been assassinated. In this article from 2020, we considered his political legacy https://t.co/g0LZ7uQ0pB
— The Economist (@TheEconomist) July 8, 2022
I am shocked and saddened to hear of the terrible events in Nara. Former Prime Minister Abe is a close friend of the UK. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family at this time.
— Julia Longbottom (@JuliaLongbottom) July 8, 2022
The globalists dont like Shinzo Abe…..
Shinzo Abe, Japan’s former prime minister, shot and critically injured during election campaign speechhttps://t.co/xBAtYofSfe
— James Freeman (@JamesfWells) July 8, 2022
Shocked and saddened by the tragic death of former Japanese PM Abe Shinzo. He was a great friend and ally to Australia. Deepest sympathies to his family and the people of Japan. We mourn with you. pic.twitter.com/ms9Va9OPN4
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) July 8, 2022
Japan has lost its most important modern leader, Akie her dear husband and Australia a great friend. Struck down by an assassin, Abe Shinzo’s powerful positive impact on his country and our region will endure. Lucy and I send Akie and the Japanese people our deepest sympathy.
— Malcolm Turnbull (@TurnbullMalcolm) July 8, 2022
Horrified by this terrible news from Japan. Abe Shinzo is one of the great leaders of our times. Right now we must hope and pray that he pulls through. https://t.co/KKx1eLO4nt
— Malcolm Turnbull (@TurnbullMalcolm) July 8, 2022
"Shocked. Shocked at this attack and just heartbroken to see Shinzo Abe killed in this way. He was such a great friend, both he and his wife to me and my wife Lucy, and to Australia."
— Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull on the assassination of Shinzo Abe pic.twitter.com/40kb69b1mV
— Brianna Keilar (@brikeilarcnn) July 8, 2022
With the death of Shinzo Abe in an act of shocking violence, Australia has lost a great friend and Japan has lost its most significant post-war leader.
Under Abe, Japan assumed its rightful place as the leading democracy of the western Pacific. pic.twitter.com/wDFzX8D4L1
— Tony Abbott (@HonTonyAbbott) July 8, 2022
Aussie PMs past and present lead tributes to ex-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe – a 'great and wise friend to Australia' https://t.co/Pj6YtCLnjD
— Daily Mail Australia (@DailyMailAU) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe collapses during speech, police say man arrested, reports of 'gunshot' https://t.co/cA3vPDQRHP
— ABC News (@abcnews) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, will be remembered as a giant of Japanese politics https://t.co/hE2YWap2GX
— ABC News (@abcnews) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe has died after he was shot during a campaign speech in the country’s west. 7NEWS at 6pm | https://t.co/gJINiWHmbY #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/KOSW69thM2
— 7NEWS Australia (@7NewsAustralia) July 8, 2022
BREAKING: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been shot while giving a speech. #7NEWS https://t.co/LgB8F5tsW3
— 7NEWS Australia (@7NewsAustralia) July 8, 2022
BREAKING: Shinzo Abe has been shot in the chest in an assassination attempt in Nara.
The former Japanese Prime Minister collapsed during an address to the public and was rushed to hospital, with local media reporting that a suspect in the shooting has been arrested. #9News pic.twitter.com/6HDfDwkQcW
— 9News Australia (@9NewsAUS) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot while campaigning on a street in Nara, in the country's west. #9Newshttps://t.co/jJQd4Q8m88
— 9News Australia (@9NewsAUS) July 8, 2022
Breaking: Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe shot: reports | @ErykBagshaw https://t.co/M8xS2nrHy0
— The Sydney Morning Herald (@smh) July 8, 2022
Analysis: For other developed, democratic countries, these events offer a chilling reminder that political violence remains possible even if guns are scarce and public debate seems relatively calm, writes @KnottMatthew https://t.co/I7f4p05vek
— The Sydney Morning Herald (@smh) July 8, 2022
Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe has died after he was shot during an election campaign speech, public broadcaster NHK reported. https://t.co/l9SyVgKOv6
— Canberra Times (@canberratimes) July 8, 2022
Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has collapsed while delivering a speech, with gunshots heard in the vicinity.https://t.co/vQRRXIh7vs
— Herald Sun (@theheraldsun) July 8, 2022
ANZCCJ is shocked and saddened by the shooting of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo in Nara today.
Our thoughts go out to his friends, colleagues and loved ones, especially his wife Akie, and we send our sincere hope for his recovery.
Full statement: https://t.co/Yt9r37n0fQ— ANZCCJ (@ANZCCJ) July 8, 2022
So deeply shocked to hear about the past PM of Japan-Shinzo Abe. He was one of the first leaders I met when I became PM. He was deeply committed to his role but also generous & kind. My thoughts are with his wife and the people of Japan. Events like this shake us all to the core.
— Jacinda Ardern (@jacindaardern) July 8, 2022
Japan's former PM shot dead https://t.co/QmzoNUYmoQ
— 1News (@1NewsNZ) July 8, 2022
Former Japan PM Shinzo Abe shot during speech – reports https://t.co/k0tErTdiCj pic.twitter.com/BJxJptU9vr
— 1News (@1NewsNZ) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-prime minister Abe shot, taken to hospital – NHK https://t.co/C9TI43JEx4
— RNZ News (@rnz_news) July 8, 2022
#BREAKING | Former Japanese prime minister 'shot' during speech https://t.co/IHSgGqYC0M pic.twitter.com/CeZuAky8zz
— nzherald (@nzherald) July 8, 2022
#BREAKING: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe rushed to hospital after apparent shooting – report https://t.co/QN0mb2lUJ7
— Newshub Breaking (@NewshubBreaking) July 8, 2022
Please read my full statement on the assassination of Japan’s former Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe: https://t.co/kaBMkUcnO9
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) July 8, 2022
BREAKING: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech in western Japan, hospital officials confirm.https://t.co/EAylYJUElm
— CBC News (@CBCNews) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-prime minister Abe taken to hospital after apparent shooting: local media https://t.co/jQdO6ur9IL pic.twitter.com/n5MzHTsTnH
— CTV News (@CTVNews) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-leader Shinzo Abe assassinated while giving speech https://t.co/dKvFzqMonY
— National Post (@nationalpost) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-prime minister Shinzo Abe shot while giving speech https://t.co/EybZnKofh8
— National Post (@nationalpost) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe, Japan’s former PM, is dead after being shot at a campaign speech. Latest updates on the assassination, suspect and more https://t.co/6Ybr1AkSkr
— The Globe and Mail (@globeandmail) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe shot during speech https://t.co/f62j0et93m
— The Globe and Mail (@globeandmail) July 8, 2022
Police arrested the suspected gunman at the scene of an attack that shocked many in Japan, which is one of the world’s safest nations and has some of the strictest gun control laws anywhere.https://t.co/OxP38uKbaj
— Toronto Star (@TorontoStar) July 8, 2022
#Breaking: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has collapsed in western #Japan. Shots were heard in the vicinity, local reports say. More to come. https://t.co/iCFrJWlrG8
— Toronto Star (@TorontoStar) July 8, 2022
BREAKING: Japan ex-leader Shinzo Abe apparently shot, in heart failurehttps://t.co/nBYEbyBhEw
— CP24 (@CP24) July 8, 2022
#BREAKING: Shinzo Abe, former prime minister of Japan, appears to be in cardiac arrest after being shot and rushed to hospital, local media report.https://t.co/ZzIEh2WilI
— Globalnews.ca (@globalnews) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-PM Shinzo Abe taken to hospital after apparent shooting: NHK https://t.co/5QTxRNhhfQ
— The Vancouver Sun (@VancouverSun) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-prime minister Abe may have been shot, taken to hospital: NHK https://t.co/9cGjQU9srQ
— Calgary Herald (@calgaryherald) July 8, 2022
Japan ex-leader Abe reportedly shot during campaign speech – via @winnipegnews https://t.co/QWPtJk18nk
— Winnipeg Free Press (@WinnipegNews) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe reportedly shot while giving speech https://t.co/cVOeckHzNu
— njdotcom (@njdotcom) July 8, 2022
Ex-Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 'severe condition' after campaign shooting; suspect arrested https://t.co/RY9RofKZ5i
— Detroit Free Press (@freep) July 8, 2022
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe apparently shot during campaign speech, in heart failure, according to a report. https://t.co/uAnPJb7uyE
— Star Tribune (@StarTribune) July 8, 2022
Ex-Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe rushed to hospital after apparent shooting, report says https://t.co/bgjr10O5eX
— Journal Sentinel (@journalsentinel) July 8, 2022
Ex-Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe rushed to hospital after apparent shooting, report says https://t.co/pkbHCuL5Ir
— Columbus Dispatch (@DispatchAlerts) July 8, 2022
Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was in heart failure after apparently being shot during a campaign speech Friday in western Japan, NHK public television said Friday. https://t.co/bYdRUomNu3
— The Denver Post (@denverpost) July 8, 2022
Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was rushed to a hospital after possibly being shot during a campaign speech.https://t.co/KfrDPl5Ns1
— Las Vegas Sun (@LasVegasSun) July 8, 2022
Ex-leader Shinzo Abe fatally shot in shock Japan attack https://t.co/diq4WmNsCu
— St. Louis Post-Dispatch (@stltoday) July 8, 2022
Japan's NHK television says former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech. https://t.co/RyQ0cnJORw
— Sioux City Journal (@scj) July 8, 2022
Japan's NHK television says former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech. https://t.co/OShIE15wZP
— Rapid City Journal (@RCJournal) July 8, 2022
Japan's NHK television says former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech. https://t.co/ZkfPpwXoWM
— The Bismarck Tribune (@bistrib) July 8, 2022