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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump referenced Pearl Harbor in a March 19, 2026 meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
- Trump emphasized the need for surprise in military strategy, prompting an awkward reaction from Takaichi.
- Takaichi was uncomfortable with the joke as Trump’s aides laughed and others remained silent.
- Despite Trump's encouragement, Japan has not agreed to send naval support to protect ships in Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has threatened shipping.
