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On August 13, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island in the Kuril Islands, a territory also claimed by Japan. The visit has led to a protest from Tokyo regarding the disputed status of the islands.
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On August 13, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island in the Kuril Islands, a territory also claimed by Japan. The visit has led to a protest from Tokyo regarding the disputed status of the islands.
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