(1)1st batch of 3rd replacement ground troops leaves for Iraq

(1)1st batch of 3rd replacement ground troops leaves for Iraq

AOMORI, Japan - The first batch of a third replacement contingent of Ground Self-Defense Force troops leaves Aomori airport Aug. 8 for Iraq via Kuwait to continue carrying out Japan's humanitarian aid operations in the southern Iraqi city of Samawah. (Pool photo)

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