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Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Appeals for US Support on North Korean Abductions

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addressed the United Nations on September 22, 2026, urging international support for Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea. Takaichi's speech coincided with appeals from victim families in Washington, D.C., who are seeking U.S. assistance in resolving the issue. The Japanese government believes that many abductees are still alive despite North Korea's claims that they are deceased.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addressed the United Nations on September 22, 2026, urging international support for Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea. Takaichi's speech coincided with appeals from victim families in Washington, D.C., who are seeking U.S. assistance in resolving the issue. The Japanese government believes that many abductees are still alive despite North Korea's claims that they are deceased.

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Takaichi and victim families make multifront plea for US to help Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea

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Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Appeals for US Support on North Korean Abductions