Russia summons Japanese ambassador over Putin's visit to Etorofu
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Vladimir Putin, Akira Muto
Etorofu Island, Russia
August 13, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/18/2026, 10:10:20 AM
Russia summoned the Japanese ambassador following Tokyo's protest over Putin's visit to Etorofu Island. Japan maintains the island is illegally seized, while Russia claims the seizure is legitimate. The territorial dispute continues to hinder a postwar peace treaty.
- Earlier version 18/18/2026, 8:10:25 AM
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