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The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This group, which was formed in 1956, has been working tirelessly to eliminate nuclear weapons from the world, and their efforts have been recognized by the Nobel Committee. The survivors' work has focused on sharing their stories, bearing witness to the devastating impact of nuclear weapons on individuals and communities.
The co-head of Nihon Hidankyo, Toshiyuki Mimaki, who was just three years old when the bomb hit Hiroshima, shared his harrowing experience. He vividly recalled the confusion and chaos of the immediate aftermath, describing burnt survivors fleeing the scene in front of his house. His story serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of nuclear weapons, and the importance of working towards a world free of such destructive force.
The Nobel Prize, which includes a diploma, gold medal, and one million dollars, will be awarded in December to mark the anniversary of the death of Alfred Nobel, the scientist who established the prize. The award serves as a powerful testament to the ongoing work of Nihon Hidankyo and the urgency of preventing the use of nuclear weapons. It emphasizes the importance of remembering the past and striving for a future free from the threat of nuclear annihilation.
Source: Nobel Prize winners 2024: Japanese group Nihon Hidankyo win Nobel Peace Prize