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Japanese leaders decided to attack Pearl Harbor primarily to weaken the United States' Pacific Fleet, which they viewed as a significant threat to their expansionist goals in Asia. By delivering a surprise attack, they aimed to secure time to consolidate their gains in Southeast Asia and the Pacific without immediate American interference. Additionally, Japan sought to assert its dominance in the region and ensure access to vital resources. The attack was seen as a preemptive measure to cripple U.S. military capabilities.

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