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Japan considers minesweeping in Strait of Hormuz after a potential ceasefire

incidents_accidents UTC: 2026-03-23 11:00:55

Japan could consider deploying its Self-Defense Forces for minesweeping operations in the Strait of Hormuz, provided a ceasefire is established in the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi stated on Sunday that while such a mov...

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