Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba loses majority in snap election, citing "severe judgement" from voters. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) suffered a significant loss, falling short of an absolute majority in the lower house for the first time since 2009. The outcome leaves Ishiba with limited options to form a government, potentially leading to his resignation or seeking new coalition partners.

Source: https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-pm-ishiba-loses-majority-in-snap-election-we-are-receiving-severe-judgement-771212