Nihon Hidankyo's Nobel Win Spurs Nuclear Awareness

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing atomic bomb survivors, to raise awareness about nuclear weapon risks. Despite the critical state of global nuclear tensions, apathy prevails. ICAN applauds Nihon Hidankyo, urging global action to enforce the nuclear weapons ban treaty.

The Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo has received the Nobel Peace Prize, aiming to decrease apathy about nuclear weapon risks. ICAN, a coalition of NGOs, praised the award's timing amidst rising nuclear tensions.

ICAN Deputy Director Daniel Hogsta expressed joy for Nihon Hidankyo's recognition, highlighting the Ukraine conflict's nuclear threat and urging global leaders to take action. The Geneva-based coalition has been pivotal in promoting the U.N. Treaty on banning nuclear weapons.

Hogsta emphasized continued collaboration with Nihon Hidankyo and Hibakusha worldwide to ensure the treaty's effectiveness, advocating for increased political motivation and intervention.

(With inputs from agencies.)