Allied POWs in Nagasaki: A Hidden History
Uncover the untold stories of hundreds of Allied prisoners of war held in Nagasaki camps during the 1945 atomic bombing. Discover their forgotten legacy and the ongoing research.
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Isis-Linked Rebels Kill 89 Civilians in Congo
Allied Democratic Forces, linked to Islamic State, have massacred 89 civilians in a series of brutal attacks in east Congo, including an assault on a maternity ward. Urgent calls for justice grow.
Ukraine works to free 1,200 prisoners from Russia
President Zelenskyy confirms negotiations to resume prisoner exchanges, aiming to bring 1,200 Ukrainians home. Read the latest on the diplomatic efforts.
Chinese soldiers fought at D-Day, diary discovery reveals
Historical discovery uncovers astonishing account of Chinese servicemen fighting alongside Allied forces during the Normandy landings, rewriting WWII narratives.
Stasi used board games as Cold War propaganda tools
A new Berlin exhibition reveals how the East German secret police designed board games to indoctrinate citizens and prepare them for conflict with the West during the Cold War era.
Russia-Belarus Drills Stir European Security Fears
Major joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises near EU borders trigger unease among European leaders, raising fears of prolonged hybrid warfare and regional destabilisation.
Dutch King Apologises for WWII Suffering in Nagasaki
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands offers a formal apology for the suffering of Dutch prisoners of war in Japan during WWII, during a solemn visit to the Nagasaki atomic bomb memorial.
Poles Forcibly Conscripted by Nazis Then Fought for Allies
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
VJ Day photos: Ukrainian POWs in sunflower fields
A poignant collection of images marks VJ Day, featuring Ukrainian prisoners of war and vast sunflower fields, capturing resilience and hope.
King Charles skips Hiroshima and Nagasaki memorials
The Royal British Legion expresses disappointment as King Charles opts out of attending key memorial events marking the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
King Charles expresses sorrow over Hiroshima and Nagasaki
King Charles III has delivered a poignant message of reflection on the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, calling for global peace and reconciliation.
Japanese families in London mark Nagasaki bombing anniversary
The Japanese community in London gathered to honour the victims of the Nagasaki atomic bombing in a poignant ceremony, fostering peace and cultural unity.
Nagasaki mayor: Never forget atomic bombing horrors
Nagasaki's mayor calls for Japan to remember the horrors of the atomic bombing as the nation marks the anniversary of the devastating attack by the US in 1945.
Nagasaki marks 78 years since atomic bombing
Nagasaki commemorated the 78th anniversary of the devastating US atomic bombing, urging nations to abandon nuclear weapons and embrace peace.
Nagasaki's peace doves mark 78 years since atomic bomb
Doves were released in Nagasaki to mark the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing, as survivors and officials called for global peace and nuclear disarmament.
Nagasaki's Twin Bells Ring for Peace
The historic Urakami Cathedral in Nagasaki unveils twin bells to commemorate the atomic bombing, blending remembrance with hope for a peaceful future.
Nagasaki marks 78 years since atomic bombing
Nagasaki's mayor calls for worldwide nuclear disarmament during a poignant ceremony marking 78 years since the atomic bombing, as Japan faces rising nuclear threats.
Nagasaki mayor slams China's military expansion
Nagasaki's mayor condemns China's military buildup during the city's annual peace ceremony, urging global nuclear disarmament on the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing.
Starmer criticises UK gov over Hiroshima memorial snub
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has condemned the UK government for failing to send a minister to the Hiroshima and Nagasaki memorials, calling it a 'missed opportunity' for peace diplomacy.
Hiroshima mayor criticises Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize bid
Hiroshima’s mayor has condemned Donald Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination, calling it ‘incomprehensible’ as the former US president prepares to visit the atomic-bombed city.
Hiroshima Bombing: Remembering 'Little Boy's' Legacy
As the world marks the anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, we reflect on the devastating impact of 'Little Boy' and the enduring legacy of nuclear warfare.
Japan Marks 78 Years Since Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings
Japan solemnly commemorated the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, with survivors urging global leaders to abolish nuclear weapons.
Nagasaki survivors share atomic bomb stories in English
Survivors of the Nagasaki atomic bombing break decades of silence, sharing their traumatic experiences in English to educate future generations about the horrors of nuclear warfare.
Russia bombs Ukraine prison, 40+ dead
A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian prison in Olenivka has left at least 40 dead, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of deliberately targeting POWs in a potential war crime.
Zelensky dismisses Putin's 'fake' peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismisses Russia's call for peace negotiations as a propaganda stunt while Kyiv faces intensified attacks. Latest developments on POW exchanges, protests, and Western aid.
Nagasaki marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing
Nagasaki commemorated the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing with a solemn ceremony, urging global leaders to abolish nuclear weapons amid rising geopolitical tensions.
'Dr Evil' Russian torturer of Ukrainian POWs exposed
Activists expose a sadistic Russian officer dubbed 'Dr Evil' for his brutal torture of Ukrainian prisoners in a grim gulag-style prison.
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