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2Japan's PM plans to persuade the US to use diplomacy instead of sending troops.
3This cautious choice avoids war involvement while maintaining US relations.
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Trump Urges Japan to Intervene in Iran Crisis

1US President Trump urged Japan's PM to take a more active role regarding Iran.
2He pressured Japan to help secure sea routes, given its heavy reliance on oil.
3Japan criticized Iran but drew the line at direct military intervention.
1Japan's PM Takaichi showed active intimacy meeting US President Trump.
2She used flattery diplomacy, praising him as the only one for world peace.
3This approach helped Japan smoothly evade US pressure to dispatch warships.