Japan says no plans to send weapons to Ukraine
Japan stated it has no current plans to supply weapons to Ukraine, including anti-aircraft missiles, in response to Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhii Korotsky's remarks about expected deliveries.
Consensus
- Japan has no current plans to transfer weapons to Ukraine.
- The statement was made by Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, Minoru Kihara.
- Kihara commented on remarks by Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhii Korotsky about expecting arms deliveries from Japan.
- Japan has previously provided support to Ukraine in the form of body armor, vehicles, and other equipment from the Ministry of Defense and Self-Defense Forces.
Points of divergence
- Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova warned that Moscow would give Tokyo a strong response if military equipment is supplied to Ukraine. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- In Japan, officials stated there are no plans to transfer weapons to Ukraine — Вести
- Japan currently does not plan to transfer weapons to Ukraine, said cabinet secretary Minoru Kihara. — ТАСС (Telegram)