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Russia detains Japanese journalist on espionage charges
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Hokkaido Shimbun journalist
Russia
October 13, 2026
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A Hokkaido Shimbun journalist was detained by Russian security agencies on October 13 for alleged intelligence activities.
The journalist has been moved to Moscow, and a local court has approved a two-month detention.
Consular access has been denied despite bilateral treaty obligations.
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