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August 13, 2026
Japan Protests Vladimir Putin's Visit to Iturup Island
- Vladimir Putin visited Iturup, one of the Kuril Islands, prompting Japan to issue a formal diplomatic protest.
- Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi stated that the Northern Territories are Japan's inherent territory, historically and legally.
- Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi condemned the visit as unacceptable and said it further strains Japan-Russia relations.
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- Japan strongly protests Putin’s first visit to disputed islandsAug 13, 2026 at 6:06 AM · Independent
- Putin visita ilha disputada próxima ao Japão, provocando a ira de TóquioAug 13, 2026 at 3:22 PM · Reuters
- Vladimir Putin's first visit to disputed Pacific islands draws Tokyo protestAug 13, 2026 at 4:40 PM · NPR