Tokyo Court Denies Japan Liability for WWII Germ Warfare Claims
A Tokyo High Court ruling dismisses compensation claims by Chinese victims over Unit 731 atrocities and wartime germ warfare. The decision, citing expired statutes of limitations, prompts China to urge responsible handling of Japan’s wartime legacy amid anti Japan protests and renewed tensions.
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Court ruling fuels Sino Japanese feud over shrine visit
Tokyo lawmakers plan to visit the Yasukuni Shrine drawing Chinese anger amid protests over wartime history and a court ruling on Chinese wartime victims. The dispute shadows Koizumi's international diplomacy as tensions rise across Asia.
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Lebanese cabinet formed as Syria pullout nears
Prime Minister designate Najib Mikati forms a new cabinet with 14 ministers, aiming to show gravity amid pro and anti Syrian factions. A Lebanese officer says Syria holds 1,000 troops left and plans full withdrawal by April 28 after a 24 year presence. Opposition hopes to leverage elections to reduce Damascus influence.
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Army seeks large scale Arabic speakers as cultural advisers
The Army launches an intensive drive to recruit Arab Americans as translators and cultural advisers to fix language gaps. Officials say native Arabic speakers are scarce and crucial for operations with Iraqi forces and civilians, with Major General Saleson calling them a bridge between cultures. The effort follows a Pentagon report urging expanded language and regional studies across services and training schools.
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Judge weighs acceptence of Moussaoui guilty plea
A federal judge in Alexandria Va considers for a second time whether to accept a plea from Zacarias Moussaoui in connection with the September 11 attacks. Judge Leonie Brinkema must determine mental fitness and whether Moussaoui understands his rights with counsel present amid strained relations and conflicts with his defense team. Prosecutors and defense lawyers declined comment.
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Italian premier faces vote of confidence in parliament
Italian premier Silvio Berlusconi seeks to survive a severe political crisis as parliament schedules a Thursday vote of confidence. He will speak to the Senate then the Chamber, facing calls from allies to resign after a crushing defeat in recent elections.
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