Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has demanded that Japan clarify its involvement with American F-16 fighter jets stationed in the country for operations against the Islamic Republic, according to a report by the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper published on August 29.
The statement follows earlier reports that between March and April, the United States deployed F-16 fighter jets from Misawa Air Base to participate in military operations related to Iran.
Araqchi’s remarks indicate Japan should demand an explanation from the United States regarding the transfer of F-16 aircraft from the Misawa base to the Middle East.
