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Japan: Thousands Gather in Tokyo to Oppose Constitutional Amendment and Hormuz Deployment

Around 24,000 people gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, March 25, to protest against war and constitutional revision, calling for the protection of Japan's pacifist constitution and urging the government not to deploy the Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz. Demonstrators holding placards and colorful glow sticks in various shapes filled the streets in scenes resembling an outdoor concert.

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Japan: Residents Protest as Long-Range Missile Launcher Arrives at JGSDF Camp in Kumamoto 2

Early on March 9, the Ministry of Defense delivered a long-range missile launcher to the Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Kengun in Kumamoto for their first domestic deployment. In response to the move, which began without prior notice from the ministry, more than a hundred protesters gathered outside the camp, demanding the withdrawal of the deployment and the holding of a briefing for residents.

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Japan: Residents Protest as Long-Range Missiles Launcher Arrives at JGSDF Camp in Kumamoto

Early on March 9, the Ministry of Defense delivered a long-range missiles launcher to the Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Kengun in Kumamoto for their first domestic deployment. In response to the move, which began without prior notice from the ministry, more than a hundred protesters gathered outside the camp, demanding the withdrawal of the deployment and the holding of a briefing for residents.

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Syrian Army Secures Tishrin Dam as SDF Forces Withdraw - Syria

In northeast Syria on January 19, 2026, the Syrian Army officially took control of the Tishrin Dam, southeast of Manbij, following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led SDF units affiliated with the YPG/PKK. The deployment aims to secure critical infrastructure and restore state authority across the Jazira region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Army Secures Tishrin Dam as SDF Forces Withdraw - Syria

In northeast Syria on January 19, 2026, the Syrian Army officially took control of the Tishrin Dam, southeast of Manbij, following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led SDF units affiliated with the YPG/PKK. The deployment aims to secure critical infrastructure and restore state authority across the Jazira region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Army Secures Tishrin Dam as SDF Forces Withdraw - Syria

In northeast Syria on January 19, 2026, the Syrian Army officially took control of the Tishrin Dam, southeast of Manbij, following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led SDF units affiliated with the YPG/PKK. The deployment aims to secure critical infrastructure and restore state authority across the Jazira region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Army Secures Tishrin Dam as SDF Forces Withdraw - Syria

In northeast Syria on January 19, 2026, the Syrian Army officially took control of the Tishrin Dam, southeast of Manbij, following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led SDF units affiliated with the YPG/PKK. The deployment aims to secure critical infrastructure and restore state authority across the Jazira region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, the Syrian Army secures dozens of towns and villages in the northeast countryside. This deployment comes after the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under a agreement aimed at avoiding direct military confrontation. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, the Syrian Army secures dozens of towns and villages in the northeast countryside. This deployment comes after the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under a agreement aimed at avoiding direct military confrontation. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, local civilians are seen welcoming Syrian Army soldiers following their deployment across dozens of villages in northeast Syria. The troops moved into the area after the withdrawal of Kurdish SDF forces. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, local civilians are seen welcoming Syrian Army soldiers following their deployment across dozens of villages in northeast Syria. The troops moved into the area after the withdrawal of Kurdish SDF forces. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, the Syrian Army secures dozens of towns and villages in the northeast countryside. This deployment comes after the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under a agreement aimed at avoiding direct military confrontation. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, the Syrian Army secures dozens of towns and villages in the northeast countryside. This deployment comes after the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under a agreement aimed at avoiding direct military confrontation. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, the Syrian Army secures dozens of towns and villages in the northeast countryside. This deployment comes after the withdrawal of Kurdish fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under a agreement aimed at avoiding direct military confrontation. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Civilians Welcome Syrian Army After SDF Withdraw - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 17, 2026, local civilians are seen welcoming Syrian Army soldiers following their deployment across dozens of villages in northeast Syria. The troops moved into the area after the withdrawal of Kurdish SDF forces. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Between Yemeni Forces and STC - Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 04, 2026, soldiers of the Yemeni Armed Forces take full control of the city following the withdrawal of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. The military deployment comes after a series of strikes by the Royal Saudi Air Force against STC positions, marking a significant shift in the conflict within the Hadramaut region. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers assist and secure an elderly woman following fierce battles with the SDF. The deployment comes after Kurdish forces withdrew from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods towards eastern Syria, ending days of heavy military operations in the area. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers assist and secure an elderly woman following fierce battles with the SDF. The deployment comes after Kurdish forces withdrew from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods towards eastern Syria, ending days of heavy military operations in the area. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM