Japan Minister Says ‘Anything Can Happen’ With Tokyo Games

Japan Minister Says ‘Anything Can Happen’ With Tokyo Games
Japan's newly appointed Defense Minister Taro Kono speaks during a press conference at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, on Sept. 11, 2019. Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images
The Associated Press
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TOKYO—Japanese cabinet minister Taro Kono has said “anything can happen” in regard to the postponed Tokyo Olympics, raising more doubts about the games scheduled to begin in just over six months.

Kono’s statements contradict the official government position and that of the local organizing committee. They have both said repeatedly the games will take place and will be “safe and secure.”