Japan Ends Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports, Marking Major Shift in Pacifist Policy
Japan has taken a historic step by lifting its long-standing ban on exporting lethal weapons, signaling a major shift away from the pacifist principles adopted after World War II. The move, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, opens the door for Japan to sell advanced military equipment overseas, including fighter jets, missiles, and warships. In…