Former Japanese Prime Minister Murayama, Known for War Apology, Dies at 101
Tomiichi Murayama, Japan's former Prime Minister known for his 1995 apology for Japan's wartime aggression, died at 101. He is remembered for the 'Murayama statement,' which expressed deep remorse for Japan's colonial and wartime actions, setting a standard for subsequent leaders until 2013. Murayama's leadership included navigating Japan through major disasters and advocating for acknowledgment of historical responsibility and peaceful relations in Asia.