The mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki invited Donald Trump to visit the cities during his trip to Japan, in order to raise awareness of the devastating effects of atomic bombs, in the context of international tensions.

In a letter addressed to Donald Trump, mayors Kazumi Matsui and Shiro Suzuki requested the American president to visit the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during a possible trip to Japan at the end of October. This initiative comes against the backdrop of rising international tensions and fears related to the use of nuclear weapons. The officials emphasized the importance of listening to the survivors of the atomic bombings and raising awareness of their devastating impact. Trump may accept the invitation, considering his aspirations to present himself as a global mediator.