WorldPutin visited Kuril island to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance

Russian President Vladimir Putin's first visit to one of the disputed Kuril Islands prompted an angry Japanese reaction. Analysts said the trip sent a message over Tokyo's support for Ukraine and closer ties with European NATO members, while also serving to rally patriotic support in Russia. The visit further worsened the longstanding territorial dispute.

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