Putin visited Kuril Islands to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
Analysts have said a visit by Russia's leader to a disputed island chain sent a "message" to Japan, which for decades has sought to reclaim control of the territory.
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Putin visited Kuril to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
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Vladimir Putin visited the disputed Kuril Islands, triggering a diplomatic dispute between Russia and Japan. Both countries summoned each other's ambassadors in protest, with Japan having summoned Russia's ambassador first. Analysts characterized the visit as a message to Japan, which has long sought to reclaim control of the archipelago, with some suggesting it was intended to punish Japan over its stance on Ukraine.
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Putin visited Kuril to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
Analysts have said a visit by Russia's leader to a disputed island chain sent a "message" to Japan, which for decades has sought to reclaim control of the territory.