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
35
Report: Unidentified Chinese Visitor Toured Henoko With Okinawa Peace Group as Veteran Shanghai Scholar Courted Activists; Questions Raised Over United Front Tactics
July 30, 2026
86
Philippines Slams China Daily’s ‘Monkey’ Post as Sea Ruling Turns 10; Japan Backs Rule of Law
July 17, 2026
125
In Ankara, Trump Says “Islamic Republic of Japan” While Discussing Iran, Also Misnames JCPOA
July 9, 2026
121
Trump Hopes for Early End to Ukraine War After Calls With Putin and Zelensky at NATO Summit in Turkey
July 8, 2026
80
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
107
Iran likens Hormuz Strait leverage to “an atomic bomb,” stoking energy and shipping risks for Japan
May 9, 2026
137
Japan and Australia Seal Economic Security Declaration; Takaichi Hails “Major Outcome” amid Middle East Tensions
May 5, 2026
166
Takaichi avoids legal verdict on U.S.-Israel strikes as Tokyo braces for possible Hormuz tanker-escort request
March 7, 2026
275
Russia’s Advance in Ukraine Slows to Two-Year Low as Kyiv Notches Local Gains: AFP Analysis Citing ISW/CTP
March 3, 2026
283
Rubio Briefs ‘Gang of Eight’ on U.S.-Israel Operation Against Iran, Citing ‘Imminent Threat’ and Legal Compliance
March 3, 2026
262
Pakistan’s Police Hit in Twin Attacks; TTP Claims Responsibility as Japan Assesses Security Implications
February 25, 2026
233
China Scraps Tariffs for 53 African Countries, India Steps Up Exports—Japan Accelerates India–Africa Strategy
February 23, 2026
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