Press Releases
The death of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh
(Statement by Press Secretary ONO Hikariko)
May 13, 2022
- Japan strongly condemns the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Aqleh in the West Bank. Japan extends its sincere condolences to the bereaved family.
- Japan strongly expects that an immediate and thorough investigation will be conducted under serious cooperation of relevant authorities and stresses the need to bring those responsible to justice.
- Japan also calls for the need to refrain from actions that escalate tensions in the region.