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flag Japan won’t send warships to Strait of Hormuz due to constitutional limits and regional risks, despite U.S. pressure.

flag Japan remains hesitant to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz, citing high legal and political barriers under its pacifist constitution, despite U.S. calls for allied support amid escalating tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. flag Senior adviser Takayuki Kobayashi stated the threshold for such a move is "extremely high," emphasizing caution due to regional volatility and domestic sensitivities. flag While Japan has not ruled out future involvement, no decision has been made, and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to discuss security cooperation with President Trump during an upcoming Washington visit.

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