Putin visited a disputed island chain, specifically the Kuril Islands, which are the subject of a long-standing sovereignty dispute between Japan and Russia.
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Updated Aug 18
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What happened
Putin visited a disputed island chain, specifically the Kuril Islands, which are the subject of a long-standing sovereignty dispute between Japan and Russia.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Russian leaders Mishustin, Putin, and Medvedev made visits to the disputed Kuril and Iturup Islands, triggering diplomatic tensions.Sub-event
Putin visited the island chain amid ongoing sovereignty disputes.1 source
Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands coincides with Lavrov's criticism of Japan's policy.1 source
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Vladimir Putin
2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)
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