Hear former Shinzo Abe adviser's reaction to assassination

Akihisa Shiozaki, a former senior adviser to former Japanese Prime Minister Abe, talks with CNN's John Berman about his former boss. Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died at the age of 67 after being shot during a campaign speech in Nara, Japan, according to Japan's National public broadcaster, NHK, quoting ruling Liberal Democratic Party sources. #CNN #News

[Scarlett-jqcj]

No person on Earth deserves to die like that, and especially a beloved world leader. The nation of Japan is one of the safest societies in the world and I wish them peace as they deal with the aftermath.

[YummyFables]

Aahh it's heartbreaking. I was hoping he would survive. I hope we never have to see another assassination, ever. Nobody deserves to die like this. I feel so sorry for his wife and other family members and friends. Rest in peace.

[TWB-csox]

I'm from Japan.
We are devastated by such a tragic event happened in our country by a killer.
We are heartbreaking.
This heinous act is attacking our democracy and the right of free speech.
This is not what Japan is!

[sangkyulee]

I studied in Japan while he was the Prime minister and although I’ve rarely agreed with his political visions, it’s still heartbreaking to watch this. My deepest condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.

[juliuss]

Sending love and prayers from the Philippines. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is one of the few good and kind leaders across the globe. I remember him visting the Philippines during PNoy Administration and how he has been very supportive of us by extending generous aid to our country. May he rest in peace with the Lord! 💗🙏

[algita]

I still remember him as super Mario in Olympics, he was very down to earth man, having sense of humour and of course kind to his people as PM, so sad what happened to him 😓 really devastated, condolences to the family members and all those people who knew him and believed him.

[Bergstromoliver]

Shinzo Abe rest in peace we will remember you

[timothy]

My condolences to the people of Japan, and of course, friends and family of the former prime minister. Shinzo Abe seemed like a very calm, respectful man. Very sad to hear that this murder shakes your otherwise safe society.

[pennylane]

Very sad news. He was an advocate of Japan beefing up the military to protect Taiwan against Chinese interference. Such a great man.

[Doreana]

So sorry for your loss dearest Japan and for all who loved him 💞fromCanada 🇨🇦

[ethnith]

I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn about the pass away of H.E. Shinzo Abe, former Japanese Prime Minister. Our heartfelt condolences to the Abe's family and Japanese people.
May Your Soul Rest In Peace🙏🙏🙏

[cyndimcbride]

My heartfelt condolences to the Abe family and to the people of Japan. He seemed like a very kind, intelligent man. 🇨🇦 🍁 Canada mourns your loss. My prayers go out to Japan.

[realdylanoof]

This was very unexpected especially in a country like Japan, rest in peace Mr Abe.

[gdewyg]

We remotely mourn with Japanese in this difficult time

[robslife]

Omg my heart goes out to the Japanese people and to his family and friends who lost a great man...RIP old friend...I had met Shinzo Abe years ago and he was so damn kind to me as I was a vacationer that got lost yet he helped me and I had no clue to who he was at the time...

[Jack]

I disagreed with Abe politically, but such an event is just another sign of recent disdain for democracy across political isles and it is very concerning.

[emeraldspark]

As a huge fan of Japan's culture and customs I offer my deepest condolences to the nation of Japan for this horrific event. May Abe-dono rest in peace.

[yolarose]

RIP Shinzo Abe san. My deep condolences to his family... He was a great man, a great leader of Japan🙏🙏🙏

[KM-bclm]

I'm not even Japanese but I was shocked and saddened as an American when I heard P.M. Abe was shot, then several hours later I learned he died. He was a true figurehead for Japan and America. My thoughts are for Abe's family and Japan as a whole.

[mariesimmons]

Such a sad day, in so beautiful country.