The island of Kunashir, one of four islands known as the Southern Kurils in Russia and the Northern Territories in Japan. File photo: Reuters
Russia rules out talks with Japan on fishing near disputed islands
- Japan recently tightened sanctions on Russia in response to Russian air attacks on Ukrainian cities
- Russia’s foreign ministry says there will be no improvement in ties unless Japan shows ‘respect’
The island of Kunashir, one of four islands known as the Southern Kurils in Russia and the Northern Territories in Japan. File photo: Reuters
