DW News published this video item, entitled “What was the motive for assassination of Japan’s ex-PM Abe?” – below is their description.
The people of Japan are in deep mourning, one day after their former prime minister Shinzo Abe was gunned down at an election campaign rally. The man accused of the shooting is in custody and has provided some information as to his motive for the attack. Abe’s killing sent shock waves around the world, with leaders sharing their grief and condolences.
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