Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:15pm on 11 Oct 2024,Friday International
Nihon Hidankyo, a group of Japanese atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its relentless efforts towards nuclear disarmament. The Norwegian Nobel Committee praised the group's advocacy for a nuclear-free world, highlighting their personal testimonies as powerful reminders of the catastrophic consequences of nuclear warfare. Nihon Hidankyo’s co-chairperson, Toshiyuki Mimaki, expressed hope that this recognition would amplify global efforts for nuclear abolition. The award comes as the world prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings in 2025.
