High court rejects damages suit by wartime victims

High court rejects damages suit by wartime victims

TOKYO, Japan - Representatives of 35 South Korea plaintiffs, including wartime sex slaves and civilian personnel, speak at a news conference after their damages suit was rejected by the Tokyo High Court on July 22. They said they will appeal against the ruling to the Supreme Court. (Kyodo)

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