KCSM Newsline September 22, 2015
Japan claims them. The japanese government maintains the islands are an inherent part of japans territory. It says the islands were illegally occupied after world war ii. He said the visits are contrary to japans position. He said the countries should discuss a solution that is acceptable to both sides and should base it on a Statement Issued at a 2013 summit by japans Prime Minister shinzo abe and Vladimir Putin. They agreed to arrange a summit. They pledged to hold more working level consultations. Israels Prime Minister fears russian involvement in a nearby conflict could have disastrous re...