Japanese Security Bill Opponents Delay Parliament Vote

As Japanese lawmakers this week prepare to vote on controversial security bills that would authorize the military to fight abroad for the first time since World War II, thousands of pacifist opponents have mobilized against them in Tokyo. The bills are expected to pass on Friday, but public opposition has been building in recent months, led by students who have organized rallies across the country. Thousands rallied outside the Japanese parliament Thursday, where...

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