Japan protests Putin visit to disputed Kuril islands as tensions persist
Russian President Vladimir Putin has visited the disputed Kuril islands for the first time, prompting a strong protest from Japan over territory both countries claim. The visit took place on Thursday, according to the supplied report, and was carried out after Putin stopped in nearby Sakhalin. The islands lie close to Japan's northern Hokkaido island and remain one of the most sensitive issues in Russian-Japanese relations.The Kremlin released video of the visit, while Russian media said Putin toured a fish-processing plant and was given caviar. The report also said he held a meeting in Sakhalin on ensuring the security of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Aug 2026 08:32 LONDON
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