Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba escaped injury Sunday morning when his official vehicle was involved in a minor collision with another car in his motorcade, local media reported. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. in Tottori City as the leader's convoy headed to Tottori Airport.
🔍 While details remain limited, authorities confirmed it was a low-impact accident with no reported injuries. The PM continued his schedule after the incident, demonstrating Japan's “safety-first” culture even under unexpected circumstances.
🚨 This marks the first security-related incident for Ishiba since taking office, sparking brief social media buzz among global politics watchers. Officials have launched a routine investigation into the collision mechanics – standard protocol for such events.
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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba uninjured after minor car collision
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