The assassination of Inejiro Asanuma, a prominent Japanese socialist politician and head of the Japan Socialist Party, occurred on October 12, 1960, during a televised political debate at the Hibiya Public Hall in Tokyo. Asanuma, known for his outspoken criticism of U.S. foreign policy and his support for stronger ties with China, was fatally attacked by Otoya Yamaguchi, a 17-year-old right-wing nationalist. Yamaguchi rushed onto the stage and stabbed Asanuma in the abdomen with a samurai sword,

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In 1960 Tokyo, 17-year-old Otoya Yamaguchi charged at socialist politician Inejirō Asanuma during a televised debate. Using a traditional blade, he struck Asanuma once, and in this photo is seen attempting a second strike before being restrained. The attack stunned Japan and was broadcast live, leaving viewers frozen as they watched a calm political event turn into an execution in seconds. @scarydoze — some photos capture the exact moment a life ends. | We Will Give You Nightmares