Japan
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UK, Italy, and Japan Sign £4.6 Billion Contract for Sixth-Generation Fighter Jet
The UK, Italy, and Japan have signed a £4.6 billion contract to advance the GCAP sixth-generation fighter jet, aiming for a 2035 service entry.
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India Strengthens Indo-Pacific Ties as Domestic Security Challenges Mount
India upgrades its economic partnership with Japan and expands regional diplomacy while tackling domestic concerns over digital safety and human rights.
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Neymar Benched for Brazil’s World Cup Round of 32 Clash Against Japan
Neymar remains on the bench for Brazil’s World Cup knockout match against Japan as he continues his recovery from a persistent calf injury.
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Japan Stuns Brazil: Samurai Blue Lead 1-0 at Half-Time in World Cup Round of 32
Kaishu Sano’s 29th-minute strike has given Japan a shock 1-0 lead over Brazil at half-time in their 2026 World Cup Round of 32 clash in Houston.
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Takumi Minamino Leads Japan Into 2026 World Cup Clash with Brazil
As Japan prepares to face Brazil in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, Takumi Minamino steps into a vital leadership role for his national team.
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5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Yamanashi Prefecture on Friday night, causing rail disruptions and widespread anxiety across the Tokyo metropolitan area.
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Japan Airlines Cancel Over 120 Flights as Twin Storms Approach
Japan Airlines and ANA have grounded over 120 flights as twin storms Mekkhala and Higos threaten the archipelago with extreme rain, flooding, and landslides.
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Japan Rejects Chinese Allegations of ‘Harassment’ During Liaoning Carrier Drills
Japan’s Ministry of Defense has officially denied Chinese claims that its naval forces engaged in ‘provocative harassment’ against the Liaoning carrier strike group, marking a new point of friction in regional maritime security.
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Global Markets React to Iran Diplomacy as Yen Weakens Against Dollar
Asian markets show mixed results as US-Iran negotiations progress, while the Japanese yen faces renewed pressure against the US dollar.
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US Air Force Relocates Global Hawk Drone Squadron to Japan
The US Air Force has permanently moved three RQ-4 Global Hawk surveillance drones and 150 personnel from Guam to Yokota Air Base in Japan to enhance regional intelligence capabilities.
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Japan Dominates Tunisia 4-0, Eliminating Them from World Cup
Japan secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Tunisia in the 1000th World Cup match, effectively ending Tunisia’s tournament run.
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US Air Force Relocates Global Hawk Reconnaissance Squadron to Japan
The US Air Force has permanently moved three RQ-4 Global Hawk surveillance drones from Guam to Yokota Air Base in Japan to improve operational resilience and weather-related mission continuity.
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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Japan
A moderate 5.5-magnitude earthquake occurred near Noda, Japan, on Tuesday evening, according to the USGS.
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UK and Japan Finalize $24B Strategic Partnership Ahead of G7 Summit
The UK and Japan have sealed a $24.1 billion package covering defense, AI, and energy, strengthening ties ahead of the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains.
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Netherlands and Japan Clash in High-Stakes World Cup Opener
The Netherlands and Japan face off at AT&T Stadium in Dallas this Sunday to begin their Group F World Cup campaigns, with both teams navigating significant injury challenges.