Tokyo Court Orders Dissolution of Unification Church Linked to Abe’s Murder

In a landmark decision, a Tokyo court has ordered the dissolution of the Unification Church, officially known as the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, due to its controversial activities and links to the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The ruling, announced on March 25, 2025, marks a significant moment in Japanese legal history and reflects growing public and governmental scrutiny over the church's practices.

The Unification Church, founded by Sun Myung Moon, has been under intense investigation since the assassination of Abe in July 2022, with the killer citing grievances related to the church's influence over his family as a motive. The court's decision to strip the church of its official recognition comes after numerous complaints about its aggressive fundraising tactics and alleged psychological manipulation of its members.

This ruling is expected to have wide-reaching implications, not only for the church's operations in Japan but also for its global network. The Japanese government has been pressured to address the activities of religious organizations more stringently, and this case sets a precedent for future actions against similar groups.

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