Russia’s arrest of Japanese journalist: Why are tensions rising?

A world news story from the U.S., reported by Al Jazeera.

World News · the U.S. · October 14, 2026

From Al Jazeera

Japanese journalist Imai Yuki arrested on Sakhalin for allegedly spying on Russian defence capabilities, says the FSB.

Reported by Al Jazeera, October 14, 2026. Read the full story at Al Jazeera →

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