Japan responds to U.S. attacks on Iran

Speaking to reporters who were officially living on Sunday, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said it was crucial that the situation in Iran has dropped rapidly. However, he rejected a statement on whether Japan supports the U.S. attack.

Japan does not immediately express support for US attacks on Iran

“We are collecting and analyzing information and paying serious attention to it,” Ishiba said. “It is crucial that the situation be calmed down soon.” He added, “Iran’s nuclear development must be stopped.” When asked whether Japan supports the U.S. attack on Iran, Ishiba replied, “I will answer this question in due time.”

This morning, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya issued a statement highlighting the importance of the U.S.-Iran talks. He added: “Israel launched an attack on Iran on June 13, and the subsequent attack on Israel led to an exchange of retaliatory attacks, which is very regrettable… Japan believes that the most important thing is to eliminate this situation as soon as possible.”

Trump describes the attack as “spectacular military success”

On Saturday night, President Donald Trump announced via social media that U.S. troops attacked three major nuclear sites in Iran. Later that night, he addressed the country from the White House, describing the attack as a “magnificent military success.” He also warned of a “bigger” attack if Iran fails to “achieve peace.”

Trump claims that the U.S. air strikes completely “destroy” Iran’s nuclear ruins. But, a senior U.S. official told The New York Times The attack on the secret nuclear facility (that is believed to be deeper than the tunnel of the access) did not destroy the severe reinforcement facility, but rather severely damaged the facility. Israeli officials also said, adding that Iran has moved the equipment, including uranium from the site.

Japanese nationals evacuated from Iran and Israel

As the situation becomes increasingly unstable in Iran, Ishiba has directed relevant ministries to take all possible measures to ensure the security of Japanese nationals and Israel. According to Kyodo News, Iran has about 200 Japanese nationals and Israel has about 1,000 nationals. Last weekend, 87 were evacuated from both countries. On Sunday, another 21 Japanese nationals left Iran and arrived in Azerbaijan by bus.

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