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Japan Urged to Strengthen Diplomatic Security After Embassy Break-In

4/1/2026

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On March 30, the National Police Agency (NPA) held a meeting on the embassy break-in by Self-Defense Forces officer Kodai Murata.
NPA Commissioner General Yoshinobu Kusunoki called the incident extremely unusual and serious and urged stronger security for diplomatic missions.
About 70 senior police officers attended the meeting.
Officials have labeled the response 'regrettable,' drawing criticism over accountability and raising concerns about Japan's diplomatic relations and security protocols.

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On March 30, the National Police Agency (NPA) held a meeting on the embassy break-in by Self-Defense Forces officer Kodai Murata.
NPA Commissioner General Yoshinobu Kusunoki called the incident extremely unusual and serious and urged stronger security for diplomatic missions.
About 70 senior police officers attended the meeting.
Officials have labeled the response 'regrettable,' drawing criticism over accountability and raising concerns about Japan's diplomatic relations and security protocols.