Japan assesses feasibility of sending minesweepers to Strait of Hormuz

The Japanese government and ruling parties have begun seriously studying the feasibility of sending Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweepers to the Strait of Hormuz, in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's request for help to ensure safe navigation through the key chokepoint for oil shipments.

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