Terrorism

World Jul 4, 2023

Israel tensions escalate amid protests and West Bank assault

by Ethan Bronner

Israel’s anti-government protest movement launched a series of major disruptions, including an attempt to sow chaos at the international airport,

National Jul 3, 2023

Japanese police to trial system to prevent attacks by lone actors

Under the pilot program, officers at some police headquarters will gather information on individuals deemed particularly dangerous during questioning or other investigative activities.

National Jun 15, 2023

U.S. Air Force gives all-clear after apparent bomb threat at Yokota base

by Jesse Johnson

Base personnel had been ordered to evacuate the base’s 374th Airlift Wing headquarters, a residential tower and other buildings at around 10:20 a.m.

National Jun 2, 2023

Police lacked effective security steps before Kishida attack, report says

In light of the incident, the report said police should provide organizers with safety guidelines in writing and ask that stump speeches be held indoors.

Commentary / World May 31, 2023

Bedlam in Afghanistan and Pakistan

by Brahma Chellaney

Pakistan's political unrest, coupled with the Afghan Taliban regime's support for terrorists, has grave implications for international security.

National / Crime & Legal May 22, 2023

Man suspected of attack on PM to undergo psychiatric testing

Ryuji Kimura, 24, has been served a fresh arrest warrant by police on suspicion of violating the firearms control law by manufacturing explosives.

National May 18, 2023

Police on high alert ahead of G7 summit in Hiroshima

by Kanako Takahara

With recent attacks still fresh on people’s minds, drones, boats and around 24,000 police are patrolling the city.

World May 14, 2023

Posing as Islamists, Russian hackers take aim at Sweden

by Jordan Robertson and Niclas Rolander

A series of coordinated cyberattacks by suspected Russian hackers intended to jeopardize Sweden's chances of joining NATO have been disrupting its biggest companies.

National / Crime & Legal May 6, 2023

Suspect in attack on Kishida served fresh arrest warrant over explosives

Investigators said they have determined that a substance confiscated from Kimura's home was gunpowder.

National / Crime & Legal May 2, 2023

Chiba Prefecture woman arrested over Twitter threat to release sarin

by Karin Kaneko

Miyuki Yamamoto, who ran unsuccessfully for the Funabashi Municipal Assembly last month, was arrested on suspicion of obstructing business with fraudulent information.

National | FOCUS May 1, 2023

Hiroshima G7 security in spotlight after attacks on Kishida and Abe

by Toma Mochizuki

Separate attacks on Japan's present and former leaders within a year have highlighted shortcomings in its ability to protect high-profile figures.

National Apr 19, 2023

Attack against Kishida prompts debate over election campaign events

by Gabriele Ninivaggi

Still, top LDP lawmakers have reiterated the importance of outdoor campaigning even for big-name politicians, expressing their hesitation to move such speeches indoors.