In Hiroshima, a city once hailed globally as a shining symbol of peace, faith in its pacifist mission is beginning to wane. Rising geopolitical tensions and shifting generations are challenging its enduring anti-war legacy, signaling a complex and uncertain future
The New York Times presents a gripping photo series that brings to life the haunting aftermath of the atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These compelling images expose not only the immediate destruction but also the lasting impact that has endured since August 1945
Twelve hours before World War II drew to a close, the US launched a fierce firebombing raid on the Japanese city of Kumagaya, leaving the area in ruins. In the years since, many critics have harshly condemned the attack as “utterly foolish,” questioning why such overwhelming destruction was unleashed just moments before Japan’s surrender
