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Japan Considers Warships for Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S. Pressure

3/26/2026

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Nagashima Proposes Warships

Akihisa Nagashima, former Japanese national security adviser, proposes Japan send warships to the Strait of Hormuz with others amid U.S. President Donald Trump pressure.
The plan could be enacted under a special measures law without amending the constitution.
Nagashima says protecting Japanese and foreign vessels aligns with Japan's national interests.
He calls for developing capabilities to safeguard oil tankers from the United States and China.

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Takaichi Faces Backlash

Sanae Takaichi's Washington visit drew backlash for perceived submissiveness in talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Critics called the diplomacy 'fawning' and noted lack of consensus on issues like sending ships to the Strait of Hormuz.
Takaichi's remarks, including praise for Trump, drew criticism amid ongoing U.S. actions in Iran.
The leaders pledged to deepen security cooperation, including missile development.

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Nagashima Proposes Warships

Akihisa Nagashima, former Japanese national security adviser, proposes Japan send warships to the Strait of Hormuz with others amid U.S. President Donald Trump pressure.
The plan could be enacted under a special measures law without amending the constitution.
Nagashima says protecting Japanese and foreign vessels aligns with Japan's national interests.
He calls for developing capabilities to safeguard oil tankers from the United States and China.

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