Russia sends defence missiles to Pacific islands claimed by Japan
by AP in Moscow from on (#5SKS6)
Moscow defence ministry posts video of missile system arriving on Matua in Kuril island chain
Russia has deployed coastal defence missile systems near Pacific islands also claimed by Japan, a move intended to underline Moscow's firm stance in the dispute.
The Bastion missile systems were moved to Matua, a deserted volcanic island in the middle of the Kuril island chain. Japan claims four of the southernmost islands.
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