Japan strongly protests Vladimir Putin's visit to disputed islands

Japan has issued a strong diplomatic protest following Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, specifically touring a fish factory on Etorofu island (Iturup), further straining bilateral relations.

• Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the disputed Kuril Islands.
• Japan issued a strong diplomatic protest.
• Vladimir Putin visited the disputed island of Etorofu, known in Russia as Iturup.
• Putin toured a fish factory during the visit.