After Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands, Japan has dealt the Kremlin a tough diplomatic response. Tokyo called the Russian president's trip "absolutely unacceptable," summoned the Russian ambassador, and is already considering new sanctions against Moscow. But the pressure didn't end there. The United States openly supported Japan's position and declared its recognition of its sovereignty over the disputed islands. Why did Putin's visit turn into a new diplomatic blow for the Kremlin? What sanctions could Tokyo impose and why the situation for Russia has become even more difficult after Washington's statements - see the material.

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