Japanese leader calls woman's murder, allegedly by U.S. Marine, "heinous crime"

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A woman's murder allegedly committed by a U.S.

Marine​ in Okinawa is a "heinous crime," Japan's premier said on Monday, as the new accusation of violence involving American forces sparked public outrage.

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  • Reported by CBS News and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:25:47 UTC.

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