WIRE — The US ambassador to Japan said Washington recognizes Tokyoâ s sovereignty over islands visited by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, Aug. 13. Japan summoned Russiaâ s ambassador in response, while Moscow insisted the islands are part of Russian territory and not a matter of discussion with foreign states.
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