“내 인생 가장 보람찬 순간은 광복”…이석규 애국지사 영결식

The government expressed its strong disappointment and condemnation over the Yasukuni Shrine visit by Japanese leaders on Liberation Day, saying it is a "time-warped act". On the 15th, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement saying, "The Korean government strongly condemns the Japanese government's decision to visit the Yasukuni Shrine, which is a symbol of Japan's past aggression and colonial rule, on the occasion of the 73rd anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japan's colonial rule." The spokesperson continued, "This is a time-warped act that totally ignores the feelings of the Korean people and the international community, and is extremely regrettable." The spokesperson also emphasized, "The Japanese government should take a correct understanding of its history and make a sincere effort for reconciliation and cooperation with neighboring countries." Earlier on the same day, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and several other cabinet members visited the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo.

2026-08-15 ·hani.co.kr

Seven killed, 28 injured in Maumba after minibus crashes into escarpment

At least seven people were killed and 28 others injured after a Mitsubishi FH minibus lost control and plunged down an escarpment in Maumba, Makueni County.

2026-08-15 ·kahawatungu.com