Message from the Foreign Minister
Russian President's visit to Etorofu Island (Message from Foreign Minister MOTEGI Toshimitsu)
August 13, 2026
Today, I received the news that Russian President Putin visited Etorofu Island. The Northern Territories, including Etorofu Island, are an inherent part of the Japanese territory, in light of historical facts and based on international law, and Japan strongly protests this visit.