Japan protests Russia missile tests off disputed islands
By The BriefBrief
Japan protested Russia’s notification that Moscow would conduct missile tests off disputed islands visited by President Vladimir Putin earlier in August. A Japanese government spokesman said the protest was lodged in response to the planned test, while Russia’s Pacific Fleet said it had already conducted the missile test, though the timing was unclear.
WHO:Japan government spokesman
WHAT:Japan lodged a protest against Russia’s notification of missile tests off disputed islands.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 6:32 AM ET
WHERE:Japan
WHY:Japan protested in response to Russia’s notification about the plan to conduct a missile test off the disputed islands.
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