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Japan Protests Russia’s Detention of Journalist Accused of Spying

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Japan has formally protested to Russia following the arrest of a Japanese journalist in Russia's far east. The journalist was accused of collecting military intelligence, prompting Tokyo to summon the Russian ambassador in response. This diplomatic move underscores rising tensions related to press freedom and espionage allegations.

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