-asian relations expert glenn fukushima, for example, finds the idea amusing. >> i think as defense minister, that's what he had to say. just as when asked if it is not dangerous for self-defense forces to be in combat zones, he says if the self-defense force is there, by definition is not a combat zone. >> american units still may train for aid missions with the japanese for earthquakes, for example, but since washington has demanded much more money from japan for u.s. troops, tensions have risen considerably. >> it is actually cheaper to have a marine stationed in japan than to have them in san diego. if we pay more than now, then they will become sort of mercenary, and i don't think u.s. forces would like to do that. >> harsh words, especially coming from an otherwise loyal japan. insiders say there is support in the ruling party, but less so amongst the japanese people. >> now a brief look at some other stories making g headline. u.s. president donald trump has authorized sanctions against international criminal court staff investigating possible u.s. war crimes in afghanistan. secretary

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