Russia conducts missile exercises near disputed Kurils
By The BriefBrief
Russia carried out live-fire missile exercises around the southern Kuril Islands, with missiles launched from a nuclear-powered submarine, a guided-missile cruiser and a Bastion coastal defense system. Japan lodged a formal protest after receiving notification of the planned tests, further straining relations over the islands.
WHO:Japan
WHAT:Japan lodged a formal protest after Russia notified planned live-fire missile exercises near the disputed Kuril Islands.
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Southern Kuril Islands (Iturup)
WHY:Tokyo protested after receiving notification of the planned missile tests near the disputed islands.
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