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Japan-Russia Kuril Islands dispute escalation
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Latest: Russia warns Japan's remilitarization threatens national security
Diplomatic tensions have intensified following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Iturup Island on August 13, 2026. This visit, which marked his first trip to the disputed archipelago, included inspections of lo
Japan-Russia Kuril Islands dispute escalation
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Latest: Japan-Russia tensions rise after Putin's visit to disputed islands
Geopolitical tensions in the Far East have intensified following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to the Kuril Islands. The dispute over the island chain, which Japan refers to as the Northern Territories, is vie