Japan undecided on sending military to Hormuz
Japan’s constitution strictly limits the use of force to self-defense
June 16, 2026 07:22
TOKYO: Japan said Tuesday it has not yet decided whether its military will join efforts to help the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran peace deal.
US President Donald Trump said that the vital artery for oil and gas would be “completely open” from Friday but added there was still “hunting” going on to ensure the waterway was de-mined.
