Bells ring out as Hiroshima marks 75 years since atomic bomb

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“On August 6th, 1945, a single atomic bomb destroyed our city. Rumour at the time had it that ‘Nothing will grow here for 75 years,’” said mayor Kazumi Matsui. 'And yet, Hiroshima recovered, becoming a symbol of peace.”

Bells tolled in Hiroshima on Thursday for the 75th anniversary of the world’s first atomic bombing, with ceremonies downsized due to coronavirus and the city’s mayor urging nations to reject selfish nationalism and unite to fight all threats.

The city said the significance of the anniversary of the bombing that killed 140,000 people before the end of 1945 had prompted its decision to hold the ceremony despite the spread of the virus, but taking strict precautions.

 

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