Japanese media with the report (out overnight, so an ICYMI)

Suga could call a snap election before his term as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party ends on Sept. 30.

  • "Of course it's a possibility"
  • reiterated that a snap election would only come about after COVID-19 is brought under control

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The next general election of members of the House of Representatives is scheduled on or before 22 October 2021 anyway.