SDF not to provide logistic support for U.S. forces

SDF not to provide logistic support for U.S. forces

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga (2nd from L in front row) attends the House of Councillors' Cabinet Committee meeting on Dec. 10, 2015. Suga said the Self-Defense Forces will not be deployed for providing logistic support for the U.S. forces involved in military operations against Islamic State. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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