Japan seeks access to journalist held by Russian security services
Tokyo's demand comes as the Kremlin accuses Japanese reporters of acting as spies, the latest strain in relations between the two countries.
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What to know
- A Japanese journalist has been arrested by Russian security services.
- Japan is demanding access to the detained reporter.
- The Kremlin claims Japan is using journalists as spies.
Japan is pressing Russia for access to a journalist detained by Russian security services, according to Deutsche Welle, which reported the arrest as the latest sign of deteriorating ties between the two countries. Tokyo's demand for consular or other access was not detailed in the material.
The Kremlin has asserted that Japan uses journalists as spies, a claim the broadcaster reported without further substantiation. It is not known when the arrest took place, where the journalist is being held, or whether charges have been filed. The case adds to friction between Moscow and Tokyo.
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