Japanese journalist: "My name is Abe Masashi. I am a Tokyo-based reporter for Yomiuri Shimbun, stationed in Washington. My question concerns the Strait of Hormuz. Have you requested other G7 countries to dispatch troops? What specific demands do you have for Japan?"
Trump: "Where are you from?"
JOURNALIST: "I'm from Japan."
Trump: "Where from?"
Japanese journalist: "Japan."
Trump: "I just met your Prime Minister. Japan is doing very well—she's my biggest fan. Let me tell you, she thinks I'm doing a great job. You should call her and ask—she's doing a great job. By the way, go ahead."
Japanese journalist: "So military support is no longer needed?"
Trump: "Yes. What else do you want to know? Go ahead—tell me what you're curious about."
Japanese journalist: "Alright, my question is: Have you asked other G7 nations to send troops? What specific requirements do you have for Japan?"
Trump: "Send air forces? For what purpose?" (Trump turns to Rubio, asking what exactly the question is)
Trump: "Not just Japan—other countries too. No, no, I don't need it. We don't need it. Oh, by the way, they all want to go."
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