Scandal diplomatic între Rusia și Japonia după vizita lui Putin în insulele Kurile. Moscova acuză Tokio de revizionism: „Revendicări absurde”

Russia has strongly rejected Japan's criticisms following Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands, accusing Tokyo of revisionism. The islands are at the center of a territorial dispute unresolved since World War II. Moscow's response came after Putin's first visit to the islands, which Japan deemed unacceptable. The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the islands rightfully belong to Russia and criticized Japan's claims as legally unfounded. The tensions are exacerbated by Japan's support for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia, further complicating relations. Putin's visit signifies Russia's stance on its sovereignty over the islands, while Japan views it as a challenge to its territorial claims.