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UKRAINE

Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Jan 30, 2023
Putin plans new Ukraine push despite losses as he prepares for years of war
The renewed offensive may start as soon as February or March, people close to the Kremlin have said.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 29, 2023
To fix its problems in Ukraine, Russia turns to the architect of the war
Moscow still does not have the troops, ammunition or equipment that military officials say it needs to mass the big offensive promised by the country’s senior military leader.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jan 29, 2023
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushes to keep Russia out of 2024 Games
Ukraine says it could boycott the Summer Games in Paris if Russian and Belarusian athletes take part.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 28, 2023
Sister of North Korea's Kim condemns U.S. decision to send tanks to Ukraine
Kim Yo Jong slammed the move, saying that Pyongyang will 'always stand in the same trench with the service personnel and people of Russia.'
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 27, 2023
Australian Open women’s final will be all strength and power
There will be a first-time champion at Melbourne Park, and there will be no shortage of full-cut, high-velocity tennis along the way.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 27, 2023
Japan adds more Russian people and organizations to sanctions list as Ukraine invasion drags on
The sanctions, including asset freezes and bans on exports by Japanese firms, target politicians, military officers, businesspeople and companies in Russia.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 27, 2023
Russian activist, 80, fights on despite crackdown
Last February, while many fellow Russians opposing the war decided to leave their country, Svetlana Gannushkina headed home to step up her decades of refugee work.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 27, 2023
Ukraine faces deadly Russian missile onslaught after securing tanks from allies
Air raid alarms sounded across Ukraine as people headed to work. In the capital Kyiv, crowds took cover for a time in underground metro stations.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 26, 2023
Russia sanctions and Ukraine support to be G7 priority, says Japan diplomat
While Japan's top finance diplomat underscored the importance of G7 unity in standing up to Russia, some analysts say there may be differences on sanctions.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jan 26, 2023
Zelenskyy purges officials to keep Ukrainians and West onside
The abrupt exit of over a dozen officials in recent days followed a series of scandals, including one involving the Defense Ministry that had sparked a public outcry despite being denied.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 26, 2023
Western tanks are coming to Ukraine, but will they be enough?
Ukrainian troops still need to be trained to use the powerful Western war machines, and moving them into the conflict zone is far from an easy task.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 26, 2023
Belarusian and Russian charge in Melbourne throws spotlight on Wimbledon ban
With the conflict in Ukraine showing no sign of ending, a decision about Russian and Belarusian players competing at the All England Club is pressing.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jan 26, 2023
Russian athletes could participate in Asian competitions, IOC indicates
The IOC said on Wednesday the Olympic Council of Asia had offered Russian and Belarusian athletes the chance to compete in Asia.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 26, 2023
Germany and U.S. to send battle tanks to help Ukraine fight off Russia
Saying Ukraine now has a 'tank coalition,' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the commitments and urged allies to provide large quantities of tanks quickly.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 25, 2023
Former PM Mori urges against excessive support for Ukraine
'It is unthinkable that Russia would lose the war,' the gaffe-prone politician said in a speech at a reception.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 25, 2023
Kishida's possible visit to Kyiv faces security and other challenges
The prime minister is said to be eager to make the visit ahead of the summit of the Group of Seven major powers he will host in the city of Hiroshima in May.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 25, 2023
Ukrainian officials inspect mine removal equipment in Japan
Ukraine needs about 60 land mine removal machines and hopes to gain Japan's assistance.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 25, 2023
Japan and Cambodia vow to keep supporting Ukrainian mine removal efforts
The two governments announced last week that they have begun providing training to Ukrainian officials for clearing landmines laid by Russia.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 25, 2023
U.S. and Germany set to send tanks to Ukraine, breaking deadlock
The move will give President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s forces access to a significant new capability as the fighting in Ukraine shifts from urban centers to the east.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 24, 2023
If Erdogan blocks Sweden and Finland, will NATO boot Turkey?
Turkey has been one of NATO's most steadfast members, but no one wants to force the alliance to make a tough choice over Finland and Sweden.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Human bone-like objects found at Nippon Steel plant’s molten iron pot, with one worker missing
Police believe it’s highly possible that human bones found in a molten iron pot at Nippon Steel's Oita factory belong to a missing male employee.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.

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