Recently, Japan took two actions to provoke Russia, causing Putin's displeasure and wrath. First of all, Japan plans to deliver several dozen Japanese-made "loves" to the United StatesThe Nationalist "guidedbombs, which will help the United States to strengthen its grip on UkraineMilitary**。It is reported that these missiles will be used to strengthen Ukraine's air defense system and improve its strategic position in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. The move is seen by Putin as a direct threat to Russia, which has always viewed Ukraine as one of its core areas of interest.
In addition, Japan is considering exporting 155-mm shells to the UK to support Ukraine. This decision is seen as another one for Ukraineassistance, which could further escalate tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Russia has repeatedly warned that it will send NATO and the West awayEquipment is considered a target. Hence this indirect delivery of Japan to UkraineThe move undoubtedly made Russia dissatisfied and angry.
For these two actions, Putin no longer tolerates. Russia said that it strongly believes that such provocative actions pose a potential threat to Russia's security during joint military exercises near Russia's border. Putin also criticized Japan's irresponsible policy, arguing that it has further escalated tensions in Northeast Asia. In order to defend the country, Russia will take corresponding measures to further enhance its defense capability.
Except for UkraineIn addition to the aid, Japan plans to do so with the United States and AustraliaMilitarycooperation, conducting military exercises around the South Kuril Islands. The South Kuril Islands are disputed territories between Russia and Japan, which Japan has always insisted onIslandsis its inherent territory and has repeatedly demanded from Russia. However, Russia has always resolutely refused.
In a show of support for Japan, the United States and Australia decided to participate in military exercises around Hokkaido. The exercise, codenamed "Yamazakura," is held annually by the United States and JapanMilitaryLet's go. What's special about this year's exercise is AustraliaArmyThe 1st Division sent about 240 soldiers to participate in the exercise, and no longer just observers. This means that Australia is officially involved in the support of Japan.
The South Kuril Islands are of great strategic importance for Russia. If the United States and Australia carry out an attack from this direction, it will exert tremendous strategic pressure on the Russian Far East and further threaten Russia's security. Russia said it strongly expressed its strong response to the military exercises of the United States, Japan and Australia on the border with Russia, and will take necessary countermeasures to further enhance its defense capabilities.
Japan's two provocative actions have already been triggeredChina and RussiaThe strategic vigilance of the three Koreas. As an ally of the United States, Japan has always been a loyal follower of the United States and has actively participated in the fight against Russia with the support of the United StatesMilitaryActivity. As a result of this behavior, Japan is gradually showing a revivalMilitaryThe ambition of the great powers, and take advantage of itUkrainian crisisThe opportunity to seek inInternationaltransaction.
However,China and RussiaNone of the three Koreas will turn a blind eye to Japan's actions. Chinese to JapanUkraine expressed concern that such actions would further escalate regional tensions and could lead to greater conflicts. Russia, for its part, expressed strong opposition to Japan's military exercises around the South Kuril Islands and said it would take corresponding strategic preparation measures.
For North Korea, Japan'sMilitaryMovement is also a threat. Not only does Japan work closely with the United States, but it is also actively building up its own defense capabilities, which makes North Korea more vigilant in the regional security landscape. In particular, after Japan formed a force to seize the islands and held so-called exercises with the US forces stationed in Japan, the DPRK has taken a toll on JapanMilitaryAmbition is even more worrisome.
To sum up, Japan's successive provocations against Russia have aroused Putin's dissatisfaction and anger. Whether it is supplied to Ukraineassistance, or military exercises around the South Kuril Islands, these actions pose a threat to Russia's strategic security. At the same time, these actions also makeChina and RussiaThe three Koreas are strategically vigilant. In order to safeguard their own interests and security, the three countries will take necessary countermeasures and maintain a high degree of vigilance to prevent further escalation of the situation.