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This evacuation was prompted by the security situation in Israel, which had become increasingly volatile due to the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The Japanese government had been arranging for the safe return of its citizens and their families from the region.
Ever since the Japanese government approved the release of water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant two years ago, it has sparked alarm throughout Asia and the Pacific. The United Nations' nuclear inspector issued its approval in July, claiming that the impact on people and the environment would be modest. However, many people, notably local fishermen, are concerned that the release of the water may jeopardize their livelihoods.
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