Japan PM Takaichi demands Russia remove WWII victory statue, calls it 'unacceptable'

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi formally requested Russia remove a newly unveiled statue commemorating the Soviet victory over Japan in WWII, calling it 'completely unacceptable.' The move escalates bilateral tensions over historical memory, likely straining already-frozen relations. No Russian response yet; the statue's location and unveiling date are unconfirmed.