Japan protests against Putin visit to disputed islands
It was the first time the Russian leader had visited the Kuril islands, according to state media.
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"the islands were inherently Japanese territory both historically and under international law, and the Government of Japan strongly protests this visit"
— Toshimitsu Motegi , Politician
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It was the first time the Russian leader had visited the Kuril islands, according to state media.
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