Three years later, trial begins for man accused of ex-PM Abe’s assassination

The Japan TimesCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by Tomoko OtakeOctober 27, 2025 at 05:45 AM

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The trial for Tetsuya Yamagami, charged with the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, is set to begin at the Nara District Court more than three years after the incident. Yamagami, 45, faces charges of murder and violating firearms laws for allegedly shooting Abe during a political speech in July 2022. Yamagami reportedly targeted Abe due to his connections with the South Korea-based Unification Church, known for its mass weddings and aggressive fundraising practices. The trial will commence on Tuesday, focusing on the events that led to one of Japan’s most significant political assassinations.

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