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Japan Boosts Defenses Amid Fears of Russian Dual-Front War

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Japan is increasing its defense readiness, particularly in Hokkaido, due to heightened concerns over Russian military activities in the Far East. Analysts suggest these actions, coupled with Russia's strategic cooperation with China, could be preparations for a "diversionary operation" to open a second front in the north, should Japan be engaged in a conflict with China in the south. This has led to a significant increase in Japanese fighter jet scrambles. AI

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Japan Boosts Defenses Amid Fears of Russian Dual-Front War

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Maria Siow ·

    Russia’s military activity has Japan fearing a dual-front war

    Japan’s call to maintain “impeccable” defences on its northern frontier reflects Tokyo’s deepening concern over growing Russian military activity in the region, analysts say. They also point to rapid north-south troop deployment exercises as preparation against a potential “diver…

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