Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan has come under fire for appearing to doze off during a recent vote in the House of Representatives, which has since gone viral on social media. Critics questioned his commitment and raised concerns about his health as he was seen napping amidst the vote count for a confidence motion after losing parliamentary majority. Government spokesperson Yoshimasa Hayashi defended Ishiba, explaining he was under the influence of cold medicine due to illness. Despite winning the vote against opposition leader Yoshihiko Noda, the incident has sparked political backlash and debate over his appropriateness in the parliamentary setting.

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