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July 31, 2004

N. Koreans uncooperative, hampering search for victims

KYODO NEWS

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Abductee update 'should precede talks'

The Japan Times Online

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July 30, 2004

Lawyers to file with police over 15 missing Japanese

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 04:16 AM | TrackBack

N. Korea ties talks linked to abduction progress: official

KYODO NEWS

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U.S. may demand Japan hand over Jenkins within 1 or 2 weeks

KYODO NEWS

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Japan may extend food aid to N. Korea

Washington Times (UPI)

Posted by THINK at 04:07 AM | TrackBack

Japanese Gov't Puts Lid on Sensitive News

Guardian Unlimited (AP)

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Accused deserter Jenkins reassigned to the U.S. forces based in Japan

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 04:02 AM | TrackBack

July 29, 2004

Japanese officials may join talks between Jenkins, military lawyer

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:11 AM | TrackBack

Japan mulls extending food aid to N. Korea in Aug.

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:08 AM | TrackBack

U.S. military moved Jenkins' record to Japan-based forces

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 01:05 AM | TrackBack

If You Were A Woman, You'd Be Home By Now

Resa LaRu Kirkland for MensNewsDaily.com

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Japan set to aid A-bomb survivors in North Korea

The Japan Times Online

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N Korea plotted to get Jenkins' wife back if reunited in Beijing

Japan Todayk

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Rich Square man's fate still debated

Roanoke Daily Herald (North Carolina)(AP)

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Jenkins ready for court-martial

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 12:56 AM | TrackBack

July 27, 2004

Jenkins OKs meeting with U.S. military defense counsel

KYODO NEWS

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Japan may probe fates of 10 missing abductees on its own

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 04:26 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins planned to take abductee wife back to N. Korea

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 04:25 PM | TrackBack

Japan, N.K. to Hold Working-level Talks on Abduction

Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition)

Posted by THINK at 04:24 PM | TrackBack

Japan, N Korea arranging talks on abduction issue in mid-Aug

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 04:22 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins, lawyer may meet by week's end

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 04:21 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins may meet with independent U.S. counsel this week

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 01:14 AM | TrackBack

July 26, 2004

Japan hopes for talks with N. Korea on 10 abductees in Aug.

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 08:33 PM | TrackBack

Ex-G.I. Jenkins Asks to See U.S. Military Lawyer

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 08:32 PM | TrackBack

Japan considers resuming talks with NKorea

RADIO AUSTRALIA

Posted by THINK at 08:21 PM | TrackBack

Charles Jenkins may take plea bargain

Washington Times (UPI)

Posted by THINK at 08:20 PM | TrackBack

Japan Encourages Plea Bargain for Alleged US Deserter

VOANews.com

Posted by THINK at 08:18 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins' case to be solved through strong Japan-U.S. ties

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 08:17 PM | TrackBack

Japan confident of solving tussle with US on ex-GI

Reuters
Also in:CNN.com

Posted by THINK at 08:13 PM | TrackBack

Japan, N.K. to Hold Abduction Talks in August

Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition)

Posted by THINK at 08:12 PM | TrackBack

July 25, 2004

Govt seeks talks over missing 10

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 03:42 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins willing to see counsel over charges

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 03:42 AM | TrackBack

No Proof Ex-GI Jenkins Deserted to N.Korea -Nephew

Reuters.com

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Alleged deserter poses dilemma -- Some say man may not share information about North Korea if he is court-martialed.

Indy Star (AP)

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Jenkins has already been charged by U.S.

Japan Today

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U.S. Official Denies Talk of Jenkins Deal--Report

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 03:34 AM | TrackBack

U.S. had already charged Jenkins with desertion

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 03:33 AM | TrackBack

Soga, daughters take a walk in Tokyo park

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 03:32 AM | TrackBack

US deserter's daughter marks birthday in Tokyo

Straits Times (AFP/Reuters) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 03:31 AM | TrackBack

US updated on alleged deserter in Japan

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (AFP)

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Some See Jenkins As Gold Mine on N. Korea

Guardian Unlimited/a>

Posted by THINK at 03:29 AM | TrackBack

Japan reportedly pressing Jenkins towards plea

Straits Times (AP)

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Koizumi's fate may be sealed with a kiss

Asia Times Online

Posted by THINK at 03:26 AM | TrackBack

Accused deserter a touchstone for US-Japan ties

Asia Times Online

Posted by THINK at 03:25 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins' condition not serious; stress main cause for concern

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 03:24 AM | TrackBack

Accused deserter stars in Japanese soap opera -- Japanese hope for happy ending to saga of Jenkins and family

MSNBC

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July 24, 2004

Jenkins not in serious condition but to stay in hospital

KYODO NEWS

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Soga, daughters take a walk in Tokyo park

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:04 AM | TrackBack

U.S. officials visit hospital for info on Jenkins

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:01 AM | TrackBack

Japan to urge N. Korea to present interim report on abductees

KYODO NEWS

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U.S. considering court-martialing Jenkins in Japan

Posted by THINK at 12:54 AM | TrackBack

July 23, 2004

Jeju meet unlikely to sway N. Korea

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 06:21 AM | TrackBack

U.S. may ban N. Korea aid if no progress made on abduction issue

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 06:21 AM | TrackBack

Koizumi, Roh promise to give North Korea aid

Straits Times

Posted by THINK at 06:20 AM | TrackBack

Many servicemembers feel alleged deserter Jenkins should be charged

European and Pacific Stars & Stripes

Posted by THINK at 06:19 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins case not to become big issue with Japan: White House

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 06:17 AM | TrackBack

Deserter finds Japan warm as he comes in from cold

New Zealand News (Reuters)

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U.S. 'consideration' sought for deserter

Shenzen Daily

Posted by THINK at 06:16 AM | TrackBack

Support for Cabinet falls to record low

asahi.com : English

Posted by THINK at 06:12 AM | TrackBack

Alleged U.S. Army Deserter Treated

Guardian Unlimited (AP)

Posted by THINK at 06:10 AM | TrackBack

July 22, 2004

Jenkins' checkup begins; U.S. still biding its time

The Japan Times Online (Kyodo)

Posted by THINK at 06:03 PM | TrackBack

Soga visits gov't, LDP to seek support for Jenkins

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 06:02 PM | TrackBack

Japan, South Korea, United States Look at North Korea Strategy

VOANews.com

Posted by THINK at 06:01 PM | TrackBack

Alleged US Army deserter Jenkins has medical tests in Tokyo

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 06:01 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins undergoes medical treatment at Tokyo hospital

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 06:00 PM | TrackBack

Japan to press N. Korea for info on 10 abductees

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:59 PM | TrackBack

U.S. confirms policy of delaying request for Jenkins' handover

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:58 PM | TrackBack

U.S. to work closely with Japan on Jenkins case

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:57 PM | TrackBack

U.S. papers prominently report Jenkins' arrival in Japan

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:57 PM | TrackBack

U.S. might delay Jenkins request

Washington Times (UPI)

Posted by THINK at 05:56 PM | TrackBack

Soga spends quiet day at hospital with family

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:55 PM | TrackBack

Japan, U.S. face tough talks on Jenkins issue

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:54 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins nervous over future following reunion in Jakarta

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:53 PM | TrackBack

Soga family united over Jenkins' ill health

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:52 PM | TrackBack

Abductees, supporters urge people not to forget other victims

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:51 PM | TrackBack

Japan hoping to resume normalization talks with N. Korea in Aug.

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:50 PM | TrackBack

Lawmakers reiterate resolve to help Jenkins in Japan

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 05:49 PM | TrackBack

Ailing US deserter risks arrest with trip to Japanese hospital

Independent

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Obstacles line Soga's, Jenkins' path

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:47 PM | TrackBack

Govt must not rush to give Pyongyang aid

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:46 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins' minders return to N. Korea with little fuss

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:44 PM | TrackBack

Accused American Deserter Arrives in Japan

The New York Times

Posted by THINK at 05:44 PM | TrackBack

US 'deserter' in Tokyo for now

The Australian

Posted by THINK at 05:43 PM | TrackBack

July 19, 2004

FAMILY REUNITED

Sky News

Posted by THINK at 09:25 PM | TrackBack

U.S. to consider right time for Jenkins handover request

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 09:18 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins, family arrive in Tokyo

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 09:12 PM | TrackBack

Accused U.S. Deserter, Family Arrive in Japan

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 09:11 PM | TrackBack

Accused Deserter, Family Arrive in Japan

San Francisco Chronicle (AP)
Also in: ABCNEWS.com (with photo) and Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 09:10 PM | TrackBack

US deserter hopes for new life

News24 (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 09:08 PM | TrackBack

Accused U.S. Deserter May Return to Japan

ABCNEWS.com (AP) (with photo)
Also in: Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 09:05 PM | TrackBack

Soga family arrives in Japan, Jenkins' fate uncertain

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 08:58 PM | TrackBack

July 18, 2004

U.S. may delay asking Japan for Jenkins

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 05:18 AM | TrackBack

Alleged US deserter gets Megawati blessing on eve of journey to Japan

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP) (with photo)
Also in: Sydney Morning Herald

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Mega wishes Jenkins happiness, good health

The Jakarta Post

Posted by THINK at 05:13 AM | TrackBack

Notes Offer Clues in Army Desertion Case

ABCNEWS.com
Also in: Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 05:11 AM | TrackBack

US Threatens to Detain Alleged Army Deserter

Scotsman.com

Posted by THINK at 05:10 AM | TrackBack

Timeline of events in the case of accused U.S. Army deserter to North Korea

Charlotte Observer (AP)
Also in: San Francisco Chronicle and Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 05:07 AM | TrackBack

July 17, 2004

ANA, JAL offer to fly Soga's family to Japan for 1 yen

KYODO NEWS

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U.S. to delay request for Jenkins' handover, Ambassador Baker says

KYODO NEWS

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Soga's family set for trip to Japan on Sun.

KYODO NEWS

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Airlines bid 1 yen to transport American deserter

Mainichi Interactive

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U.S. envoy advises Jenkins to get a lawyer

asahi.com : English

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Jenkins should confess, plea-bargain: Baker -- VISIT SET FOR SUNDAY

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 12:31 PM | TrackBack

Accused U.S. Army Deserter to Go to Japan

Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 12:30 PM | TrackBack

Diplomatic spat looming over US army 'deserter'

Financial Times

Posted by THINK at 12:26 PM | TrackBack

North Korean officials meet Jenkins, pledge to respect his family's wishes

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 12:22 PM | TrackBack

Battle looms over 'deserter'

The Australian

Posted by THINK at 01:03 AM | TrackBack

Diplomats brace for fight over deserter -- U.S. officials say they will insist that Tokyo give them custody

International Herald Tribune

Posted by THINK at 12:58 AM | TrackBack

U.S. Army deserter to arrive in Japan

Washington Times (UPI)

Posted by THINK at 12:56 AM | TrackBack

Accused U.S. Army Deserter Heads to Japan

Guardian Unlimited (AP)
Also in: ABC News and (as "Tokyo says accused U.S. Army deserter Jenkins will come to Japan") San Francisco Chronicle


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US suggests plea bargain for Jenkins

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 12:48 AM | TrackBack

Soga reunion an election ploy

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 12:45 AM | TrackBack

Accused deserter a touchstone for US-Japan ties

Asia Times Online

Posted by THINK at 12:36 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins to visit Japan Sun., N. Korea hopes family can live together

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 12:30 AM | TrackBack

July 16, 2004

Baker suggests plea-bargain on Jenkins: Hosoda

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 03:17 PM | TrackBack

US softens stance on ailing suspected defector

Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 03:16 PM | TrackBack

US to seek custody of 'army deserter' in Japan

RADIO AUSTRALIA
Also in: ChannelNewsAsia (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 03:13 PM | TrackBack

Abductee's US deserter husband to get medical care in Japan

Straits Times (Reuters/AP)

Posted by THINK at 03:09 PM | TrackBack

US Will Ask Japan to Hand Over Alleged Deserter

VOANews.com

Posted by THINK at 03:08 PM | TrackBack

Clock may be ticking against alleged U.S. Army deserter

Wilmington Star (AP)
Also in (as "Accused Deserter Likely Faces Scrutiny"): Guardian Unlimited, San Francisco Chronicle and USA Today (with photo)

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The way Soga kissed Jenkins

The Jakarta Post

Posted by THINK at 03:04 PM | TrackBack

Election creates '2 lower houses'

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 03:03 PM | TrackBack

Govt to keep prodding U.S.

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 03:02 PM | TrackBack

Jenkins, N. Korean officials to meet Fri.

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 03:40 AM | TrackBack

N. Korea threatens to thwart Jenkins' Japan visit

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 03:39 AM | TrackBack

Japan offers care for suspected deserter

International Herald Tribune

Posted by THINK at 03:36 AM | TrackBack

Japan could be next stop for alleged deserter -- Deal with U.S. needed for him to get treatment there

San Francisco Chronicle (Los Angeles Times)

Posted by THINK at 03:34 AM | TrackBack

Japan, US differ on ex-soldier - -Desertion charges threaten care plan

Boston.com (Reuters)

Posted by THINK at 03:27 AM | TrackBack

U.S. to seek custody of deserter

CNN.com

Posted by THINK at 03:23 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins to arrive in Japan Sunday for medical treatment

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 03:21 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins looks set to come to Tokyo

asahi.com : English

Posted by THINK at 03:20 AM | TrackBack

Gov't to bring Jenkins, family to Japan as 'emergency' step

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 03:19 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins said suffering illness

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 03:19 AM | TrackBack

Details Prove Elusive in Jenkins Reunion

Guardian Unlimited (AP)
(Also: Winston Salem Journal("Media thrives on trivial details in Jenkins family reunion")

Posted by THINK at 03:02 AM | TrackBack

Govt eyes Jenkins deal with U.S.

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 02:17 AM | TrackBack

Japan PM Wants to Take in U.S. Deserter

Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 01:55 AM | TrackBack

Japan PM Wants Ex-U.S. GI to Come for Medical Care

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 01:54 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins to visit Japan next week for medical treatment

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 01:52 AM | TrackBack

American deserter will face action if he travels to Japan: US

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 01:51 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins trusts Koizumi, willing to travel to Japan

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 01:51 AM | TrackBack

Japan sounds out Jenkins on coming to Japan for medical treatment

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 01:50 AM | TrackBack

Tokyo eyes checkup for Jenkins in Japan

asahi.com : English

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Govt mulls Jenkins visit this week / North seeks to contact Jenkins

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:49 AM | TrackBack

N. Korean official receptive to return of Japanese hijackers

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:47 AM | TrackBack

US 'deserter' wants family united

BBC NEWS (with links to "Jenkins' extraordinary story (OR "North Korea's mystery guest")" "Reunion in pictures" and "Heartbreak over missing.")

Posted by THINK at 01:43 AM | TrackBack

Ex-GI Jenkins Phones Home After 40 Years in N.Korea

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 01:37 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins says he feels affinity with Japan, speaks with kin in U.S.

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 01:36 AM | TrackBack

Abductee's brother sees bid to enter Diet end in failure

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 01:33 AM | TrackBack

Soga, family have dinner with envoy

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:30 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins hopes to be with Soga, daughters: Japanese official

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:28 AM | TrackBack

July 12, 2004

Japan's love affair with Koizumi ends

United Press International

Posted by THINK at 03:33 AM | TrackBack

[ANNOUNCEMENT] Posting will resume on July 15.

Please come back for more news updates after July 15. Thank you for supporting THINK and the victims of the abduction by North Korea.

Editor-in-Chief, THINK

Posted by THINK at 03:31 AM | TrackBack

Majority Party in Japan Retains Power in Parliament

The New York Times

Posted by THINK at 03:28 AM | TrackBack

Nakayama heads to Japan after helping Soga family reunion

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 03:27 AM | TrackBack

Koizumi coalition survives vote

International Herald Tribune

Posted by THINK at 03:26 AM | TrackBack

N.C. kin of accused deserter have no reunion planned

Wilmington Star (AP)

Posted by THINK at 03:25 AM | TrackBack

Koizumi setback seen as opposition leads in Japan upper house vote

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 03:24 AM | TrackBack

Alleged US Army Deserter Meets Japanese Ambassador

VOANews.com (AP/Reuters)

Posted by THINK at 03:23 AM | TrackBack

US 'Army Deserter' Wants Family to Remain Together

Scotsman.com News (AP)

Posted by THINK at 03:22 AM | TrackBack

Japanese Wife Tries to Woo U.S. Spouse, N.Korean Kids

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 03:20 AM | TrackBack

July 11, 2004

Jenkins hopes to be with Soga, daughters: Japanese official

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 09:24 PM | TrackBack

Japan official quotes Jenkins as wanting to stay with family

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 09:21 PM | TrackBack

Ex-U.S. GI Family Spends Day in Hotel Seclusion

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 09:19 PM | TrackBack

US 'defector' to spend Sunday in Indonesian capital: diplomat

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 09:18 PM | TrackBack

Pyongyang Says Jenkins Need Not Return to North Korea

Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition)

Posted by THINK at 09:17 PM | TrackBack

Accused US deserter back with wife

Yahoo! Australia (AAP)

Posted by THINK at 02:40 PM | TrackBack

Japan Voters Turn Out to Give Verdict on Koizumi

Yahoo! News (Reuters)

Posted by THINK at 02:38 PM | TrackBack

Alleged deserter spends first day outside N Korea

Taipei Times (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 02:34 PM | TrackBack

Koizumi faces key test as Japan holds upper house elections

Channelnewsasia.com (AFP) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 01:42 PM | TrackBack

Family Asks Pardon for Accused Soldier

ABCNEWS.com (AP)
Also in: Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 01:35 PM | TrackBack

Japan's Koizumi under pressure

Sydney Morning Herald (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 01:34 PM | TrackBack

Voting begins for upper house election

Japan Today

Posted by THINK at 01:32 PM | TrackBack

Japan set for close election

Reuters

Posted by THINK at 01:31 PM | TrackBack

Soga's reunion to aid North Korean cause

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:30 PM | TrackBack

Soga, family face cloudy future

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:29 PM | TrackBack

Ex-soldier Jenkins fears extradition, execution

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:29 PM | TrackBack

Soga, Jenkins, daughters stay in hotel -- Family avoids media glare during first full day together in almost two years

The Japan Times Online

Posted by THINK at 01:28 PM | TrackBack

North tries to contact Jenkins

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

Posted by THINK at 01:19 PM | TrackBack

Japan rejects N. Korea's request to contact Jenkins in Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:53 AM | TrackBack

US watches defector

Herald Sun (AP/AFP)

Posted by THINK at 01:49 AM | TrackBack

Family now free to embrace a new life

The Age Australia

Posted by THINK at 01:47 AM | TrackBack

Spicy Soga saga arouses Indonesian interest

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 01:34 AM | TrackBack

US refuses to drop charges against alleged defector

RADIO AUSTRALIA

Posted by THINK at 01:30 AM | TrackBack

Final appeals made before Japanese Polls

Taipei Times (with photo)
Also in: Financial Times (Reuters) (Japan party chiefs make last pitch for poll)

Posted by THINK at 01:29 AM | TrackBack

Japanese go to polls as Koizumi faces toughest challenge

Channelnewsasia.com

Posted by THINK at 01:24 AM | TrackBack

Diplomacy Reunites Ex-G.I. and His Japanese Wife

The New York Times

Posted by THINK at 01:19 AM | TrackBack

Japanese lawmakers make final pitch for votes before elections

USATODAY.com(AP)
Also in:Guardian Unlimited

Posted by THINK at 01:13 AM | TrackBack

Soga, Jenkins, daughters stay at Jakarta hotel Sat.

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:01 AM | TrackBack

July 10, 2004

Soga Takes Press Clippings on N Korea's Abduction of Japanese to Show Family

The Record (Kyodo)

Posted by THINK at 03:08 AM | TrackBack

A Cold War love story

CNN.com

Posted by THINK at 01:34 AM | TrackBack

N. Korea says making utmost efforts on probe of 10 missing Japanese

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:23 AM | TrackBack

Indonesia's Megawati wants to meet Soga's family

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:22 AM | TrackBack

Ex-abductees call for gov't efforts to bring Jenkins to Japan

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:21 AM | TrackBack

N. Korea official congratulates Soga-Jenkins family on reunion

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:19 AM | TrackBack

Soga reunited with husband, 2 daughters from Pyongyang

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 01:15 AM | TrackBack

Reunion after ex-GI leaves N.Korea

CNN.com (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 01:15 AM | TrackBack

US 'defector' to N.Korea reunited in Indonesia with wife

Yahoo! News (AFP)

Posted by THINK at 01:14 AM | TrackBack

Emotional reunion perfect for poll

The Australian

Posted by THINK at 01:11 AM | TrackBack

Of love and diplomacy

International Herald Tribune

Posted by THINK at 01:09 AM | TrackBack

Soga family, friends shed tears of joy

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 01:02 AM | TrackBack

Ex-GI meets abductee wife

Reuters (with photographs)

Posted by THINK at 01:00 AM | TrackBack

Japan Willing to Resume Talks with N. Korea

VOANews.com

Posted by THINK at 12:58 AM | TrackBack

Ex-U.S. GI Comes from N.Korea to Meet Wife in Jakarta

Reuters.com

Posted by THINK at 12:57 AM | TrackBack

Koizumi's North Korean gamble may backfire in Upper House elections

Channelnewsasia.com

Posted by THINK at 12:52 AM | TrackBack

Accused U.S. Army Deserter Rejoins Wife

Guardian Unlimited (AP)

Also in:
ABC News.com
San Francisco Chronicle
MSNBC (AP) (with photo)
The Globe and Mail (AP)
ArmyTimes

Posted by THINK at 12:50 AM | TrackBack

Emotional reunion for Soga, Jenkins and daughters

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 12:47 AM | TrackBack

Accused Army Deserter, Wife Awaits Reunion

ABCNEWS.com (AP) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 12:46 AM | TrackBack

U.S. Defector Leaves North Korea to Meet Wife in Jakarta

Digital Chosunilbo (English Edition) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 12:45 AM | TrackBack

Normalization talks with Pyongyang back on agenda

Mainichi Interactive

Posted by THINK at 12:43 AM | TrackBack

Ex-GI and abductee wife to meet

Swiss Info (Reuters)

Posted by THINK at 12:41 AM | TrackBack

US 'DESERTER' AWAITS REUNION

SBS - The World News (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 12:40 AM | TrackBack

Accused US Army Deserter, Wife to Reunite in Indonesia

VOANews.com

Posted by THINK at 12:39 AM | TrackBack

Jenkins, 2 daughters to meet Soga in Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 12:30 AM | TrackBack

July 09, 2004

Japanese abductee asks for privacy before family reunion

RADIO AUSTRALIA

Posted by THINK at 02:58 PM | TrackBack

U.S. soldier's life of mystery

CNN.com

Posted by THINK at 02:55 PM | TrackBack

American leaves N. Korea for family reunion

MSNBC (AP) (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 02:53 PM | TrackBack

Ex-US GI and Abductee Wife to Meet, Fate Uncertain

Yahoo! News (Reuters)

Posted by THINK at 02:50 PM | TrackBack

Japan abductee awaits reunion

BBC NEWS (with photo)

Posted by THINK at 02:50 PM | TrackBack

Japan-chartered plane in Pyongyang to pick up Soga family

KYODO NEWS

Posted by THINK at 02:48 PM | TrackBack

U.S. sergeant to leave North Korean shadows

International Herald Tribune

Posted by THINK at 01:34 AM | TrackBack

July 08, 2004

Soga arrives in Jakarta to meet husband, daughters

KYODO NEWS

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Soga arrives in Jakarta for rendezvous

Mainichi Interactive

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Japanese abductee family not yet home free

Washington Times (UPI)

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Former NKorea Abductee Leaves for Reunion

Guardian Unlimited (AP)

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Opposition parties in Tokyo blast latest showmanship from Koizumi

asahi.com : English

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Indonesia a fitting venue for the Soga family

asahi.com : English

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U.S. Committed to Ending N. Korea Standoff, Rice Tells Koizumi

Bloomberg.com

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Koizumi, Rice discuss Jenkins

Japan Today

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Indonesia to provide tight security for Soga, family

Japan Today

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Japan abductee off to see ex-US soldier Spouse

Reuters

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Alleged Army Deserter to Leave N. Korea -- Japan to Whisk Accused U.S. Army Deserter Out of North Korea, but Insulate Him From Extradition

ABCNEWS.com (AP)

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Guardian Unlimited
USA Today

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Japan to Discuss With U.S. On Deserter's Japan Visit: Koizumi

The Record (Jiji)

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Soga departs for Jakarta to meet husband, daughters

KYODO NEWS

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Japan, N. Korea begin unofficial talks on hijackers' return

KYODO NEWS

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Indonesia police to provide tight security for Soga, family

KYODO NEWS

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U.S. Will Push for Diplomatic N.Korea Solution -Rice

Reuters.com

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Sogo watchers have eye on Jenkin's dog

Mainichi Interactive

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Japan PM's party scrambles for votes ahead of poll

Arab Times (Reuters)

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Koizumi encourages Soga on eve of her departure for Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

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Soga arrives in Tokyo before family reunion in Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

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July 07, 2004

Soga leaves for Tokyo before meeting family members in Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

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Soga reunion may open door to fresh normalization talks

The Japan Times Online

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Soga hopes to live with family in Japan -- Jakarta reunion just around the corner but Jenkins factor clouds future

The Japan Times Online (Kyodo)

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ANALYSIS:N. Korea plays the 'nice guy'

asahi.com : English

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Soga worried over post-reunion days

asahi.com : English

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U.S. Is Working With Japan on North Korea Ties, Kyodo Says

Bloomberg.com:

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Soga wants family to live in Japan after reunion

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

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N. Korea seeks to gain from return of hijackers /Info on 'abductions' sought

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

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Japan ready to resume normalization talks with N. Korea

KYODO NEWS

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Indonesia to be flexible on length of Soga's family stay

KYODO NEWS

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Indonesia hopes reunion of U.S. deserter, Japanese wife will promote trust

The Jakarta Post(AFP)

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Indonesia hopes reunion of U.S. deserter, Japanese wife will promote trust

The Jakarta Post (AFP)

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Soldier Haunts Town Once Again -- News about the reported deserter in North Korea revives painful questions.

Los Angeles Times

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Japanese hijackers want to return home

Washington Times(UPI)

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July 06, 2004

Japan abductee worried over family reunion

Reuters

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Japan team heads to Indonesia to prepare for Soga family reunion

KYODO NEWS

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Gov't to invite abductee's family to live in Japan

Mainichi Interactive

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Yodo hijackers want to return

asahi.com : English

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Soga pleads with media to go soft on reunion coverage

Japan Today

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Soga, family to reunite Friday in Jakarta -- Hosoda denies timing has anything to do with Upper House election

The Japan Times Online

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'Defective' Koizumi should be scrapped, says ex-aide

Straits Times Asia

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Soga wants family to live together in Japan

KYODO NEWS

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Koizumi vows more efforts for Soga, downplays links to election

KYODO NEWS

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Red Army hijackers believe they can agree with Japan on their return

KYODO NEWS

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Japan to arrest Red Army hijackers if they return from N. Korea

KYODO NEWS

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N. Korea not opposed to Red Army hijackers' return to Japan

KYODO NEWS

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The Sergeant Who Wants To Come In From The Cold

Scoop

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N Korea ready to hand back Japanese terrorists

Financial Times

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Japanese Abductee's Family Reunion Set for Friday in Jakarta

VOANews.com

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Japan to fly Jenkins, daughters to Jakarta for Fri reunion with Soga

Japan Today

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Japan Arranging Reunion for Abducted Woman

Guardian Unlimited (AP)

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Unfinished Business

TIMEasia Magazine: Cover Story

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Japan Abductee Family Reunion Set for July 9

Reuters.com

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Soga, Jenkins likely to meet Friday in Jakarta

Mainichi Interactive

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Former abductee Soga, family to reunite Fri. in Jakarta

KYODO NEWS

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July 04, 2004

Japan to press N. Korea to sincerely probe fates of 10 Japanese

KYODO NEWS

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Japan Opposition Could Outdo LDP in Poll -Surveys

Yahoo! News (Reuters)

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Kidnapped Japanese spark election battle

Scotland on Sunday(Also in:Scotsman.com News)

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Masumoto runs in Japan election on abductee ticket

North Korea zone

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Soga's reunion may take place right after election

KYODO NEWS

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Reunion plan elates Soga but Jenkins' fate in limbo

The Japan Times Online

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Majority Of Japan Voters See PM As 'Out Of Touch'

Teheran Times (Reuters)

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Japan's Koizumi Wants North Korea Relations Within One Year

Bloomberg.com

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Jenkins' court-martial still on books

asahi.com : English

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Japan-N. Korea talks to restart

Straits Times Asia (Reuters)

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Upper House polls coming up, but all's quiet in Japan

Straits Times Asia

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Soga buoyed by family reunion breakthrough

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

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July 02, 2004

N. Korea mentions Koizumi's visit positively in ARF session

KYODO NEWS

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Abductee to meet family in Indonesia

Washington Times (UPI)

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Koizumi has a real fight on his hands

Asia Times Online

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Koizumi to work toward normalizing N. Korea ties in 1 year

KYODO NEWS

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US 'deserter' to leave N Korea

BBC NEWS

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Kin of kidnapped fret lack of focus on Pyongyang in Upper House poll

The Japan Times Online

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Abductions are candidate's cause celebre -- Missing sister may be dead, but independent hopes to keep issue alive

The Japan Times Online

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Hosoda signals Soga's reunion to take place after election

KYODO NEWS

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Japan targets Soga reunion before July 11 elections

Mainichi Interactive

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N. Korea to Let U.S. Deserter Meet Japanese Wife in Indonesia

Bloomberg.com

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Soga rejoicing over proposed reunion in Indonesia

Japan Today

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Soga set to be reunited with Jenkins, daughters in Indonesia

Mainichi Interactive

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Indonesia confirmed as venue for Soga reunion

asahi.com : English

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U.S. won't oppose Soga-Jenkins reunion in Indonesia

Japan Today

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Indonesia to host Soga reunion

Daily Yomiuri On-Line

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Soga family reunion in Indonesia in works

The Japan Times Online

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North Korea family to be reunited in Indonesia

Yahoo! News (Reuters)

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No change in U.S. policy on Jenkins despite Japan-N. Korea accord

KYODO NEWS

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Soga's reunion news welcomed in Japan, but concerns remain

KYODO NEWS

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Soga happy about reunion with husband, daughters in Indonesia

KYODO NEWS

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Soga's reunion may be in Bali, Yogyakarta or Bogor

KYODO NEWS

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Alleged U.S. Army deserter in North Korea agrees to meet wife in Indonesia

San Francisco Chronicle (AP)

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ABC News
Independent
International Herald Tribune

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Soga set to be reunited with Jenkins, daughters in Indonesia

Mainichi Interactive

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Japan, N. Korea agree on Soga's family reunion in Indonesia

KYODO NEWS

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July 01, 2004

N. Korean official confirms talks with Japan set for Thurs.

KYODO NEWS

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Japan, N. Korea may talk in Jakarta over Soga family reunion

KYODO NEWS

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