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Koizumi: Frigate Pick by NZ Would Improve Interoperability
Japan's defense minister has made the case to New Zealand of why it should acquire Japanese frigates to replace its aging vessels.
Koizumi Shinjiro says such a move would improve the interoperability of Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force and the navies of New Zealand and Australia.
Koizumi made the remark during trilateral talks with his counterparts Richard Marles of Australia and Chris Pank of New Zealand in Singapore.
The meeting lasted about 40 minutes.
Earlier this month, Pank said New Zealand is considering Japan's upgraded Mogami-class frigate for its navy. Koizumi welcomed the move during Saturday's talks.
Australia last year chose Japan as a partner to jointly develop a new frigate modeled on the Mogami-class for its navy.
The three defense chiefs also exchanged views on the regional security environment.
They agreed that collaboration among the three nations is beneficial for further stabilizing the region and realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Iran Conflict
Report: Trump Delays Decision on Peace Deal
US President Donald Trump has called a meeting to make a final decision on a peace deal with Iran.
A media report says it lasted about two hours, but he left without making a choice.
The New York Times published a report.
It cites a senior official as saying the administration sees progress toward an agreement, but some issues remain, including Iranian assets that have been frozen by sanctions.
Trump had earlier repeated his demands on social media.
He says the deal must involve the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a pledge by Tehran to never possess nuclear weapons.
Iran's Fars news agency quoted sources as saying that Trump's claims were a mixture of truth and lies. It says the proposed deal does not cover nuclear issues.
But it sets conditions to move the talks forward. It says $12 billion of frozen assets must be released immediately and a full ceasefire in Lebanon needs to be achieved.
A spokesperson for Iran's foreign ministry reportedly said the two sides have not reached an agreement.
US officials had said on Thursday that a tentative deal had been reached. They said it would extend the ceasefire for 60 days and start talks on Iran's nuclear program.
Romania: Russian Drone Crashed Near Ukrainian Border
Romania says a Russian drone has crashed onto the roof of an apartment building near the border with Ukraine.
It caused a fire and injured two people. But Russia questions the claim.
Romania's defense ministry announced on Friday the incident occurred in Galatz during overnight attacks on Ukraine.
Romanian Foreign Minister Ogana Tsoyu said in a social media post two people were injured and the building was evacuated.
Tsoyu severely criticized Russia, calling the incident a serious violation of international law and Romanian airspace.
A NATO spokesperson said on social media the alliance condemns Russia's recklessness and will continue to strengthen its defenses against all threats, including drones.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also wrote in a social media post.
Russia's war of aggression has crossed yet another line.
She said EU members will keep increasing the pressure on Russia.
Putin Questions Claim
Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday it was too early to say if the drone came from his country.
He added, no one can say where a particular aircraft originates from until it's examined.
War in Ukraine
Zelenskyy Says Russia Planning Major Attack
The president of Ukraine says he has information that Russia is preparing a major attack.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy also accused the Kremlin of relying on missiles rather than diplomacy.
00:04:16 話者 12/Volodymyr Zelenskyy
We have intelligence reports indicating that Russia is preparing a new major attack.
Please pay attention to air raid warnings and stay safe.
Our emergency services are prepared.
Air Force and other air defenses will be on duty 24/7 as always.
00:04:33 (Maria Sato)
Zelenskyy also urged countries to step up pressure on Moscow.
Earlier in the week, Moscow warned Ukraine it would begin systemic strikes on Kyiv and later urged foreign diplomats to leave the city immediately.
The Ukrainian leader recently blamed Russia for a strike on Kyiv with a powerful new intermediate-range ballistic missile called the Oreshnik.
One of his advisors told NHK about the electronic components collected from the weapon.
00:05:04 話者 13/Vladyslav Vlasiuk/Ukrainian president's representative on sanctions policy
These are the preliminary conclusions that might change because we continue our investigation.
But as of now, here, this is true that only Russian and Belarus made much electronics.
00:05:17 (Maria Sato)
Lashiuk suggested Moscow is keen to maintain independence in the component-making sector of its strategic missile program.
Japan City to Launch One-Stop Service for Foreign Residents
The city of Kawaguchi, near Tokyo, plans to launch a one-stop consultation service to deal specifically with inquiries related to foreign residents.
It will include an immigration official and is the first of its kind in Japan.
City mayor Okamura Yuriko made the announcement on Friday.
This consultation service is not designed to impose excessive control but to provide necessary support to foreign nationals.
Kawaguchi City in Saitama Prefecture has one of the highest proportions of foreign residents in Japan. About 9% of its population come from abroad.
The service will begin in July. A counseling desk at the city hall will be staffed by city employees and an official from the Tokyo Regional Immigration Services Bureau.
Staff will help citizens and foreign residents with their concerns, such as questions about adapting to living in Japan and differences in lifestyles.
This is the first time an immigration official will be stationed at a municipal office in Japan.
Inquiries can be referred to relevant sections of the central or municipal governments as needed.
The desk is expected to share inquiries with relevant organizations through liaison meetings to help build an inclusive society.
Event in Germany Wows Fans of Japanese Pop Culture
An event highlighting Japanese pop culture in Dusseldorf, western Japan, western Germany rather, is hitting the spot with anime and manga fans.
The event opened on Friday in the city, which hosts many Japanese businesses.
It's one of the largest events of its kind in Germany with about 1,500 individuals and businesses operating booths.
German media say the manga market in the country more than doubled over the five years through 2023, indicating growing interest in Japanese pop culture.
Some visitors wore the costumes of their favorite anime and manga characters.
00:07:39 話者 22
I was interested in Japan, especially the samurai era, and have gradually become hooked on modern Japanese culture, including anime and manga.
00:07:51 話者 23
Many books and figures are available here and I feel wowed every time I find something new.
00:07:58 話者 (Maria Sato)
The event runs through Sunday. Organizers expect a record 230,000 visitors in total.
Quite a turnout.
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