Japanese officials question the legality of U.S. military action against Iran

Shiho Makoto: Japan should first consider whether the US attack on Iran is legal?

On March 15, Shiho Makoto, in a Fuji Television program, discussed the upcoming US-Japan summit, pointing out: "Takahashi Hayato should first confirm: 'Is the US military attack on Iran legal? Otherwise, dialogue cannot continue. The US should clarify whether its actions comply with international law'.

Shiho Makoto said: "So far, Takahashi has not mentioned that the US has violated international law, and it's useless for Japan to pretend not to know."

Regarding the blockade of the Hormuz Strait, a key node for energy transportation, Shiho Makoto emphasized: "Trump hopes that countries (including Japan) send warships for escort. If Japan sends warships, but the US military attack is illegal under international law, and still supports the US, what is the legal basis for Japan's participation in the escort? This is not a matter of values, but a basic logical issue,"

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