Japan's own cable undercuts Coalition's apology demand over Albanese melon comments

Japan's ambassador confirmed Tokyo was reassured Albanese "did not make the comments in the way that has been reported" about melons gifted by PM Takaichi. Japan's diplomatic cable blamed "sensationalised reporting in the Australian media" and found "no ill intention." Tokyo has not requested an apology, leaving the Coalition's demand for one at odds with Japan's own position.