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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Mari Yamaguchi

Japan punishes hundreds of defense officials for mishandling classified data and other misconduct

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Japan’s defense ministry announced disciplinary action on Friday against more than 200 senior officials and service members over mishandling of classified materials and other misconduct, an embarrassment that could undermine Tokyo’s efforts to work more closely with United States and other partners.

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