Japan forms contingent to replace ground troops in Iraq

Japan forms contingent to replace ground troops in Iraq

SAPPORO, Japan - The Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) 11th Division in Sapporo holds a ceremony April 27 to mark the completion of the formation of a 550-member contingent that will be sent to Iraq in May to replace the current unit deployed there. Photo was provided by the GSDF. (Kyodo)

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