1945 ⟶ Japan Accepts Potsdam Declaration with Reservation

The Japanese government announced that a message had been se...
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✉️ Japan Accepts Potsdam Declaration with Reservation

The Japanese government announced that a message had been sent to the Allies accepting the terms of the Potsdam Declaration provided that it "does not comprise any demand that prejudices the prerogatives of the Emperor as sovereign ruler."⟶
Potsdam DeclarationSurrenderEmperor HirohitoDiplomacyConditional SurrenderWorld War IIJapanAllies

🤝 Spain Severes Diplomatic Ties with Japan

Spain breaks off diplomatic relations with Japan.⟶
Spain Severes Diplomatic Ties with Japan (1945)
diplomacySpainJapanAxis PowersAlliesWorld War II

🇳🇴 Norway Declares War on Japan

Norway declares war on Japan.⟶
Norway Declares War on Japan (1945)
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🇮🇹 Italy Declares War on Japan

Italy declares war on Japan.⟶
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🎙️ Emperor Hirohito Announces Japan's Surrender

Emperor Hirohito issues a radio broadcast announcing the Surrender of Japan; though the surrender seems to be "unconditional", the Emperor's status is still open for discussion.⟶
Emperor Hirohito Announces Japan's Surrender (1945)
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