Trump says he ordered Pentagon to sharply reduce U.S.–South Korea drills, putting regional deterrence—and Japan’s planning—in focus
August 17, 2026
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China Criticizes Japan’s Debate on Three Non‑Nuclear Principles at Hiroshima Anniversary, Raising Tensions Over Deterrence and History
August 9, 2026
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Trump Hopes for Early End to Ukraine War After Calls With Putin and Zelensky at NATO Summit in Turkey
July 8, 2026
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FT: Xi reportedly lashed out over PM Takaichi’s defense build-up as Trump backed Japan; China denies tense exchange
May 26, 2026
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China and Russia Align on “Fair International Order,” Issue Rare Direct Criticism of Japan’s Defense Buildup
May 21, 2026
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Japan and Australia Seal Economic Security Declaration; Takaichi Hails “Major Outcome” amid Middle East Tensions
May 5, 2026
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Trump suggests Putin may be aiding Iran, says U.S. doesn’t need Ukraine’s drone help
March 14, 2026
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Six Dead in U.S. KC-135 Crash During Iran Operation; CENTCOM Rules Out Hostile or Friendly Fire
March 14, 2026
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Russia’s Advance in Ukraine Slows to Two-Year Low as Kyiv Notches Local Gains: AFP Analysis Citing ISW/CTP
March 3, 2026
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U.S.–Iran Tensions Surge as Warships Mass; Japan Braces for Energy and Security Ripples Ahead of Pivotal 26th Talks
February 25, 2026
213
Rob Jetten, 38, becomes Netherlands’ youngest and first openly gay prime minister, leading 3-party minority government
February 23, 2026
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Trump to Visit China March 31–April 2; Japan Seeks to Shape Talks with Pre-Trip White House Summit
February 21, 2026
216
Analyst: Party paper’s ‘Xi’ typo stokes talk of turmoil as Beijing hardens its line on Japan
February 19, 2026
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Trump Says Decision on Taiwan Arms Sales Coming Soon After Call with Xi; Tokyo Watches Closely
February 17, 2026
210
Japan’s Worst-Case Taiwan Scenario—and the Hidden Factors That Could Stop It
February 16, 2026
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