Japan Protests Russian Military Buildup Plan In Decades-Old Islands Dispute
(WorldNews Japan)

Russia´s plans to boost troop strength on disputed islands with Japan has resulted in an official protest by the Japanese government Thursday in the latest turn in a territorial row that has overshadowed ties since World War II, Reuters reported. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said the government is closely monitoring Russia´s actions and analyzing information, the report said. If the move leads to the reinforcement of Russian military on the islands, it would be incompatible with Japan`s stance and it is regrettable as they are inherently our territory.` - Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga Suga raised the protest following media reports Russian Defense Minister Sergei...