Okinawa assembly demands review of US-Japan Status of Forces Agreement
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Okinawa Prefectural Assembly
Okinawa, Japan
October 9, 2026
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Okinawa prefectural assembly passed a resolution demanding a review of the US-Japan Status of Forces Agreement. The move follows the arrest of a US Marine accused of robbing and killing a local woman. The assembly calls for better discipline and prevention of crimes by US military personnel.
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