
Russia-Japan ties are at their worst in decades as the Ukraine war continues, with Tokyo seeking more support from Washington while some Japanese worry they may not receive it.
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Russia-Japan ties are at their worst in decades as the Ukraine war continues.
As the Ukraine war grinds on, ties between Russia and neighboring Japan are at their worst in decades. Tokyo wants more support from Washington, but some Japanese are concerned they may not get it.
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