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WorldJapan protests after journalist arrested in Russia on suspicion of spying

Russia’s FSB arrested a Japanese newspaper journalist in the Far East on suspicion of espionage, alleging he gathered defense information for Japanese intelligence. Tokyo summoned the Russian ambassador, lodged a strong protest and said it had been unable to contact or visit the detainee. The arrest comes amid tensions over disputed Kuril Islands.

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DDW★★★★☆2026-10-14 17:28Original

Japan protests after journalist arrested in Russia on suspicion of spying
Japan protests after journalist arrested in Russia on suspicion of spyingWorld