Okinawa calls for review of US forces pact after killing
Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: Japan
Crime & Law

The Okinawa prefectural assembly adopted a resolution calling for a review of the US military stationing agreement following the arrest of a US Marine accused of killing a local woman. The case has sparked protests in Tokyo and Okinawa, with calls to amend the Status of Forces Agreement to prevent future incidents. A letter will be sent to the US embassy and the Japanese government urging action. Marine Devin Jacob Ballard, 20, denies the charges, which have led to demonstrations and longstanding protests against US military crimes in the region.
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