The U.S. Armed Forces have deployed 26 stealth jets, including F-22s and F-16s, to Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, with Japan citing North Korea's recent nuclear test as part of the rationale.
The spokesperson of the U.S. Armed Forces allegedly stated deployment was an exercise to "promote stability in Asia-Pacific region and accomplish the duty of protecting Japan," NHK reported.
The U.S. Armed Forces have deployed 26 stealth jets, including F-22s and F-16s, to Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, with Japan citing North Korea's recent nuclear test as part of the rationale.
The spokesperson of the U.S. Armed Forces allegedly stated deployment was an exercise to "promote stability in Asia-Pacific region and accomplish the duty of protecting Japan," NHK reported.
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