A knife attack at a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai on Tuesday left three people injured, including two Japanese nationals, according to the Japanese government.
Local authorities are investigating the incident. Details about the suspect and the motive have not been disclosed. Shanghai police have not issued an official comment.
The attack is the latest incident involving Japanese citizens in China amid heightened bilateral tensions. The Japanese government has confirmed the incident and said it is closely monitoring the situation.
The victims have been taken to hospital for treatment; the extent of their injuries has not been released. The attack has raised concerns about security for foreign nationals in major Chinese cities.
