Russia's Medvedev Speaks Tough On Disputed Islands -- Washington Post/APMOSCOW -- Russia will send more weapons to its islands in north Pacific, President Dmitry Medvedev announced Wednesday - a mere two days after Japan again demanded that Russia return several islands it has held since the end of World War II.
The disagreement over the southern Kuril islands, known in Japan as the Northern Territories, has long been a sticking point between the two countries. It also has kept them from signing a formal peace treaty ending their World War II hostilities.
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Russia boosts military presence on Kuril islands -- AFP
Russia's Medvedev Vows to Protect Disputed Islands -- Voice of America
Russia’s sovereignty over Kurils: not subject to review -- Voice of Russia
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