Middle East Situation | Japanese Foreign Minister: Self-Defense Forces May Conduct Minesweeping in Strait of Hormuz After Ceasefire

SighingCashier · 2026-03-22T08:18:09+00:00

Japan's Foreign Minister Shigeru Motegi indicated that Japan may deploy the Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz for mine-sweeping operations after the U.S.-Iran conflict subsides, citing Japan's advanced mine-clearing technology. Motegi emphasized that the Japan-U.S. leaders' talks thoroughly discussed the Iran issue and coordinated the positions of both sides. While specific discussions regarding Japan's concrete actions were not held during the talks, the limitations imposed by Article 9 of the Constitution were clarified.

SighingCashier

2026-03-22 08:18:09

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According to reports, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi stated that after the U.S. and Israel cease their military actions against Iran, Japan may send Self-Defense Forces to mine the Strait of Hormuz.

Motegi pointed out that Japan’s mine-sweeping technology is among the most advanced in the world. After the ceasefire, if sea mines become an obstacle, it will be considered.

U.S.-Japan Leaders’ Meeting Fully Discussed Iran Issue

Motegi recently concluded a visit to the United States with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He said that the U.S.-Japan leaders’ meeting was a good discussion, especially regarding Iran. Both sides had fully discussed the issue and coordinated their views.

Regarding navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz, Motegi said the talks did not specify what Japan hopes to do. Japan has clearly explained what it can and cannot do under Article 9 of the Constitution. Trump also nodded with an “approximately, that’s about it” attitude.

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