WorldRussian experts: Japan's militarization hardens Moscow's stance
Russian political analysts say Japan’s policies have left relations with Moscow deadlocked, leaving little reason for Russia to show goodwill. They viewed Vladimir Putin’s visit to disputed Iturup island as a reaffirmation of Russian sovereignty. Japan strongly protested, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insisting the Northern Territories are inherently Japanese.
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Russian experts: Japan's militarization hardens Moscow's stance
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