(11)Japan decides to send troops to Iraq

(11)Japan decides to send troops to Iraq

ASAHIKAWA, Japan - Photo taken Dec. 9 shows the main gate to the headquarters of the Ground Self-Defense Force's Second Division in Asahikawa, central Hokkaido. Up to troops from the division are expected to be sent to Iraq to provide medical services and supply water in southeastern region of the country under the government decision to send nonbomat troops to the country.

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