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Accused of killing former Japanese prime minister pleads guilty

Tetsuya Yamagami confirms guilt at start of trial in Nara

Oct 28, 2025 08:04 469

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The man accused of killing former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022 pleaded guilty on the first day of his trial, Agence France-Presse reported, BTA reports.

“Everything is true“, said 45-year-old Tetsuya Yamagami, who is facing charges of murder and illegal possession of a weapon.

According to AFP, Yamagami entered the courtroom in the city of Nara, guarded by four police officers.