Russia summons Japan's ambassador over criticism of Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands
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The Russian Foreign Ministry has summoned the Japanese ambassador to Moscow, Akira Muto, following diplomatic tensions sparked by President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands. The Russian government issued the summons to protest formal criticisms made by Japanese officials regarding the visit to the archipelago, which is currently under Russian administration but claimed by Japan.
After initially declining two previous requests to appear at the ministry, Ambassador Muto is scheduled to attend a meeting tomorrow. This development occurs amidst an ongoing diplomatic crisis between the two nations regarding the status of the territory.
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Infobae (AR) - First entryFocuses on the diplomatic protest regarding Putin's Kuril Islands visit
Infobae (AR) - Second entryHighlights the ambassador's initial refusal to attend the summons
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