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WorldRussia arrests Japanese journalist on alleged espionage charges

Russian authorities say they arrested Japanese journalist Imai Yuki on Sakhalin Island, accusing him of gathering information about Russia’s defence capabilities for Japanese intelligence. He was transferred to Moscow, where a court authorised nearly two months of custody. The charges carry up to 20 years in prison.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-10-13 18:49Original

Russia arrests Japanese journalist on alleged espionage charges
Russia arrests Japanese journalist on alleged espionage chargesWorld