Candlelit paper lanterns are seen on the river during the 80th anniversary activities, commemorating the atomic bombing of Hiroshima at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan.⁠ ⁠ On August 6th and 9th, 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, bringing unprecedented devastation and leading to the end of World War II.⁠ ⁠ The 80th anniversary marks a sombre reflection on the tragic loss and lasting impact of nuclear warfare on survivors and future generations. I August 5-6, 2025 I 📷️: buddhikaphoto l #GettyImages⁠ #GettyImagesNews