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Japan's Takaichi Urges Caution Amid U.S.-Israel Conflict

3/19/2026

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited the United States to discuss trade and security amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
Takaichi warned the war threatens Japan's oil supply and economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Japan to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz.
Takaichi said there are no deployment plans due to legal constraints.
Japan is diversifying its oil suppliers, investing in U.S. energy projects, and pursuing missile defense.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited the United States to discuss trade and security amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
Takaichi warned the war threatens Japan's oil supply and economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump urged Japan to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz.
Takaichi said there are no deployment plans due to legal constraints.
Japan is diversifying its oil suppliers, investing in U.S. energy projects, and pursuing missile defense.