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Russia arrests Japanese journalist on spying charges

October 14, 2026

Summary

Russia's FSB security agency arrested Japanese journalist Imai Yuki on Sakhalin Island, accusing him of collecting military intelligence for Tokyo, leading Japan to protest the detention and summon Russia’s ambassador.

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  • Russia arrests Japanese journalist on allegations of spying
  • Japan Protests Russia’s Detention of Journalist Accused of Spying
  • Russia’s arrest of Japanese journalist: Why are tensions rising?

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  • Russia arrests Japanese journalist on spying charges

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