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17 August 2026

Putin visited Kuril to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

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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.

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