Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Recent investigative reporting reveals Japan's vulnerability as an intelligence gathering hub for Russian operatives seeking to circumvent international sanctions. Intelligence officials assert that covert networks, allegedly coordinated by high-ranking Russian diplomats, have established sophisticated espionage infrastructure throughout Japanese territory. This strategic positioning enables Russia to access critical technology, financial channels, and geopolitical intelligence essential to sustaining its military operations. Japan's traditionally lenient counterintelligence oversight and geographic proximity to allied nations create significant security concerns for Western intelligence agencies monitoring the threat.
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