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Japan Finds Piece of Missing F-15, Searching for Crew

Japanese aircraft and boats were searching for two crew from a fighter jet that is believed to have crashed after taking off a day earlier.

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Search After Japan F-15 Jet Disappears From Radar

Japan's military said it was searching for a fighter jet that disappeared from radar shortly after taking off.

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US, Japan to Sign Counter-Hypersonic Research Agreement

The US and Japan will collaborate on advanced space systems and counter-hypersonic missile technology research and development.

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Japan Extends US Military Support Amid China, N.Korea ‘Challenges’

Japan moved ahead with an expansion of support to US troops as the allies held top-level talks over tensions with China and North Korea.

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Japan Seeks Restrictions on US Troops After Virus Surge

Japan urged the US to consider restricting American troop movement in the country after a surge in COVID cases.

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Japan, Australia Sign Defense Treaty With Eyes on China

Japan and Australia signed a "landmark" treaty to strengthen defense ties.

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Japan to Develop Railgun Counter-Hypersonic Weapon

The Japanese government has set aside $56 million to develop a railgun-based counter-hypersonic weapon system.

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Boeing to Upgrade Japan’s F-15 Super Interceptors

Boeing has clinched a contract from the US Air Force to upgrade the Japanese Air Self Defense Force F-15MJ Super Interceptor aircraft.

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China, Japan Agree to Set Up Military Hotline to Avert Crisis

China and Japan have agreed to create an emergency military hotline to avert potential crises over the Taiwan Strait and disputed islands.

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Japan to Jointly Develop Jet Engine of Its F-X Fighter With UK

Japan is set to jointly develop the engine of its future, indigenously developed next-generation F-X fighter jet with the UK.

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