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Russia warns of countermeasures over Japan-U.S.-Australia drills

From NHK · () Japanese

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  • Russia’s Foreign Ministry warned Japan that Moscow would take countermeasures over planned joint exercises involving Japanese, U.S. and Australian forces.
  • The ministry conveyed its concern to the Japanese Embassy in Russia.

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has warned Japan that Moscow will take “corresponding countermeasures” over joint military exercises planned for September with the United States and Australia.

The ministry conveyed its concern to Japan’s embassy in Russia. The exercises are expected to involve Japan’s Self-Defense Forces, the U.S. military and Australian forces.

We will take corresponding countermeasures.

— Russian Foreign Ministry spokespersonWarning issued over planned joint exercises involving Japan, the United States and Australia.
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