Putin's cronies summon Japanese envoy after warmonger's visit to disputed islands
- Posted on August 18, 2026
- By Express
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In brief
Russian President Vladimir Putin has conducted a significant diplomatic visit to the Kuril Islands, a strategically important region claimed by Russia but disputed by Japan, which refers to them as the Northern Territories. The visit has prompted Japanese officials to summon Russia's diplomatic representative, escalating tensions between the two nations over territorial sovereignty and geopolitical influence in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Putin's cronies summon Japanese envoy after warmonger's visit to disputed islands
Vladimir Putin has made a historic first visit to the Russian-claimed Kuril Islands, referred to by Japan as its Northern Territories.
