World · The New York Times · Oct 7, 2026, 9:22 AM ET

US Marine Accused of Murder in Japan Sparks Political Outcry

Original headline: Case of U.S. Marine Accused of Murder in Japan Draws Outcry · By Javier C. Hernández and Kiuko Notoya

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a close Trump ally, is under pressure to strengthen oversight of the U.S. military in Japan.