Japan PM Kishida says Shinzo Abe in critical condition after shooting - The Straits Times

[Rhiannon12866]

TOKYO - Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday (July 8) said former leader Shinzo Abe was in critical condition after he was shot, condemning the "barbaric" attack that occurred as Mr Abe was giving a speech during a rally.

Mr Abe was understood to be in a "serious condition" and doctors were trying to save his life, Mr Kishida said.

Kyodo news agency and NHK said that Mr Abe appeared to be in a state of "cardiorespiratory arrest" when taken to hospital, after having initially been conscious and responsive, according to Reuters.

The term is often used in Japan before a feared death can be officially confirmed by a coroner.

Both ruling party and opposition politicians were united in condemning the attack as one that is barbaric and an act of terror.

Mr Kenta Izumi, who leads main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP), said that it was an unforgiveable act of barbarism, adding that it was a deplorable act in a democratic country.

Reiwa Shinsengumi chief Taro Yamamoto said: "I really hope he survives the attack. While our political positions may be polar opposites, ex-PM Abe has been working very hard to create the Japanese society that he envisions."

Read more: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/japans-ex-pm-shinzo-abe-collapses-in-nara-shots-heard-nhk-says



Security officers tackling a man suspected of shooting former Japan PM Shinzo Abe in Nara, Japan, on July 8, 2022. Photo: ASAHI SHIMBUN/GETTY IMAGES

[SoCalDavidS]

1. I Think They're Not Admitting The Truth

I really believe he's been dead since he was shot. I'm not buying this "critical condition" talking point.

[Rhiannon12866]

2. That's what was said in the article - it doesn't look good:

Kyodo news agency and NHK said that Mr Abe appeared to be in a state of "cardiorespiratory arrest" when taken to hospital, after having initially been conscious and responsive, according to Reuters.

The term is often used in Japan before a feared death can be officially confirmed by a coroner.

[brer cat]

3. They need a coroner to confirm death?

An ER doctor can do that! I feel terrible for his family.

[Rhiannon12866]

4. Well, the article said that's how they do things in Japan - and he was the Prime Minister

But I agree that this is just terrible - shootings aren't common in Japan as they've become here.