Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The September 18th Incident was an important prelude to Japan’s invasion of China

On the eve of the 95th anniversary of the September 18th Incident, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova stated at a regular press conference on the 15th that the September 18th Incident was an important prelude to Japan launching a full-scale war of aggression against China and further implementing its aggression and expansion in Asia. In the first half of the 20th century, Japan's militaristic aggression brought serious disasters and untold suffering to Asian countries and peoples. This period of history should not only be remembered by us, but also by the Japanese themselves.

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zakharova: The September 18th Incident blatantly trampled on all existing rules and principles of international relations at the time. Japan did not even hide its outrageous and even brutal treatment of civilians. Yes, not only do we need to remember this period of history, but the Japanese themselves should also remember it. Today, Japan is once again embarking on the path of re-militarization and even trying to beautify its crimes in the 1930s and 1940s. Therefore, we once again urge the Japanese authorities to finally fully recognize the results of the Second World War and return to the path of peaceful development. This militarization trend will only bring disaster and pain to Japan. (Headquarters reporter Wang Bin)