Japan's foreign minister says the U.S. has not asked Japan to dispatch warships to the Strait of Hormuz.

Japanese Foreign Minister: US Did Not Request Japan to Deploy Warships

On the evening of March 16, Japanese Foreign Minister Masuda Toshimitsu held a telephone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio. According to relevant sources, regarding the issue of the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively blocked, Rubio did not request Japan to deploy warships. Both sides confirmed they will continue to maintain close communication.

Previously, President Trump had requested countries relying on Middle Eastern oil, such as Japan, to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz. According to analysts, Rubio explained this in the call. Masuda emphasized, "We condemn Iran's actions that threaten the safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz," and stated that Japan will work with the United States and the international community.

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