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Tokyo drift: Black bear that sent Japanese city into lockdown, sparked multi-day search, captured
The adult bear, which was estimated to weigh about 100 kg, was eventually shot with a tranquilizer gun, loaded onto a cage on a truck, and driven away. It is unclear what the city will do with it.
Taiwan vows to expel Chinese vessels after Beijing claims jurisdiction over eastern waters
From Hormuz to Beijing: How war is recasting China’s green energy strategy - opinion
Arkia expands the competition and launches a direct route to Tokyo
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
A survey shows that over half of the population backed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's plan to increase defense spending.
Chinese Coast Guard ship formation sails through Japan-administered Senkaku Islands
China and Japan have repeatedly faced off around the Japan-administered islands, which Beijing calls Diaoyu and Tokyo calls the Senkaku.
Jordan's King Abdullah arrives in Pakistan for high-level talks to expand bilateral ties
Pakistani officials said the visit represents the first trip by a Jordanian monarch in more than two decades.
G7 foreign ministers' meeting to focus on Gaza, Ukraine, trade in Canada
Rubio will meet with G7 counterparts from France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Britain.
Indonesia grants national hero status to late strongman President Suharto
"A prominent figure from Central Java province, a hero of the struggle for independence, General Suharto stood out since the independence era," said an announcer during the award ceremony.
No immediate threat to US, allies from North Korea's missile launch, US military says
North Korea launched a ballistic missile towards the sea, with no damage reported, following multiple short-range missile tests last month.
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Japan dispatches troops to help combat deadly bear attacks
With over 100 bear attacks and 12 deaths since April, Japan is on crisis crisis. Troops are setting traps to protect residents as bears are increasingly forced into urban areas by climate change.
Trump's 'hot truck' becomes symbol of Japan trade talks
Japan signals its commitment to US trade talks with a symbolic display of the F-150 truck, highlighting Trump's push for more American car sales in Tokyo.
Why Trump’s Tokyo trip matters for Israel’s security - opinion
In Tokyo, a new era of deterrence begins. For Israel, the lessons are clear and urgent.
