Japan Protests Russia’s Detention of Journalist Accused of Spying

What happened: Japan protested Russia's detention of a journalist from the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper who was arrested in Russia and accused of spying. Why it matters: The detention of a Japanese newspaper journalist on spying accusations prompted a protest from Japan, signaling a diplomatic dispute between the two countries. Key numbers: The newspaper headquarters referenced is in Sapporo, Japan. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

Japan protested Russia's detention of a journalist from the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper who was arrested in Russia and accused of spying.

The detention of a Japanese newspaper journalist on spying accusations prompted a protest from Japan, signaling a diplomatic dispute between the two countries. Key numbers: The newspaper headquarters referenced is in Sapporo, Japan.