Knife-Wielding Man Arrested Near US Embassy in Tokyo Days Before Trump's Official Visit

The extent of injuries sustained by the police officer during the arrest of the knife-wielding suspect at the US embassy remains undetermined (File).

Tokyo:

According to TBS news on Friday, authorities detained a man brandishing a knife in proximity to the United States embassy in Tokyo. The report, citing police sources, indicated that a riot police officer was injured during the incident, though the severity of the injuries has not been disclosed.

The underlying motivation for the attack remains unclear. This incident occurs just prior to US President Donald Trump's scheduled visit to Tokyo.

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The government has confirmed that during his October 27-29 stay in Japan, Trump will meet with Emperor Naruhito and recently elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Earlier this week, Kyodo News reported that the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department has deployed up to 18,000 additional personnel to enhance security measures for the upcoming presidential visit.