Japan, US agree to consultations after Marine arrested in Okinawa murder

Japan's foreign minister expressed regret to the US secretary of state over the arrest of a US Marine accused of killing a Japanese woman in Okinawa. The two agreed to hold consultations on preventive measures, marking a diplomatic response to a recurring source of local friction over US bases. The incident could reignite opposition to US military presence in Okinawa, though immediate alliance impact appears limited.