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Russia’s missile tests around disputed islands draw criticism from Japan.

They publishedRussia’s missile tests around disputed islands anger Japan
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Who
The Guardian — 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
credibility ●●●●○ 4/5 curated · lean center-left
What
  • Russia’s Pacific fleet fired Bastion missiles near Etorofu, hitting targets about 300km away.
  • Drills included a nuclear-powered submarine, a guided-missile cruiser, and 60 ships.
  • Putin visited Etorofu last week, provoking Tokyo to summon ambassadors.
  • Japan objects to increased military activity on the Four Northern Islands, aka Kuril Islands.
  • Exercises began on August 4 and continue through August 29, with broad participation.
Where
🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics, Cybersecurity · language: eng
When
published 21 Aug, 04:54Z
ingested 21 Aug, 05:20Z · headline rewritten 21 Aug, 11:03Z
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https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/21/russia-launch-missiles-kuril-islands-japan
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