The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the country protested to the Embassy of Japan regarding the military drills with the USA and Australia on the island of Hokkaido, close to the Russian border. This was reported by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
“On December 18, a strong protest was lodged with the Japanese Embassy in Russia in connection with the holding of regular military exercises with the participation of the armed forces of the United Nations on the island of Hokkaido, close to the borders of the Russian Federation. States and Australia” message follows.
Previously reportedThe Russian Foreign Ministry protested Australia’s sending of troops near Russia’s borders to participate in exercises on the Japanese island of Hokkaido. It was noted that the drills were held on the island of Hokkaido, close to the Russian borders.
The Foreign Office also pointed out to Canberra that the decision by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s cabinet to develop and strengthen military-political alliances with Washington and Tokyo had placed Canberra on a dangerous path of escalation. According to the Ministry, this situation will lead to increased tensions in Northeast Asia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Previously Australia open To the sanctions list of employees of the Investigative Committee and the FSB of Russia.