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Japan Denounces Vladimir Putin's Visit to Disputed Kuril Islands

13 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

Japan has condemned Vladimir Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, which are claimed by both Japan and Russia. The Japanese government, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, has labeled the visit as 'absolutely unacceptable.' In response, Japan's foreign minister summoned the Russian ambassador to express the…
The Kuril Islands have been a point of contention between Japan and Russia since the end of World War II, when the Soviet Union seized control of them. Despite various diplomatic efforts over the decades, the territorial dispute remains unresolved, affecting bilateral relations and regional stability.
Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands represents a significant escalation in tensions between Japan and Russia, highlighting the unresolved territorial disputes stemming from World War II. This move could be interpreted as a strategic maneuver by Russia to assert its sovereignty over the islands, complicating diplomati…

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