Russian intelligence officers have relocated to Japan to obtain restricted technology, which is used in a significant portion of Russian military equipment.

Russian intelligence officers expelled from the West have relocated to Japan, leveraging its high-tech industry and weak espionage laws. Ukrainian officials estimate 90% of Russian missiles and drones contain Japanese components. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/12/world/asia/russia-spies-japan-war-drones-electronics.html #Ukraine #Russia #Japan

❗️ Russian spies moved to Japan after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, using front companies and diplomatic or business cover to obtain restricted technology, The Japan Times reported. Ukraine estimates Japanese components are present in about 90% of Russian missiles and drones. #Japan