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Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 12, 2014
Pro-Russian rebels declare victory in east Ukraine vote on self-rule
Pro-Moscow rebels declared a resounding victory in a referendum on self-rule for eastern Ukraine, with some saying that meant independence and others eventual union with Russia as fighting flared in a conflict increasingly out of control.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 11, 2014
East Ukraine referendum raises fears of dismemberment
Rebels pressed ahead with a referendum on self-rule in east Ukraine on Sunday and fighting flared anew in a conflict that has raised fears of civil war and pitched Russia and the West into their worst crisis since the Cold War.
WORLD / Politics
May 10, 2014
Merkel, Hollande ready for further sanctions against Russia
Germany and France are ready to agree more extensive sanctions against Russia if a planned presidential election in Ukraine on May 25 is foiled, Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Francois Hollande said on Saturday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 10, 2014
Kiev to east Ukraine: Rebel vote for self-rule would be catastrophe
Ukrainian acting President Oleksandr Turchynov told eastern regions gripped by a pro-Russian uprising that they would be courting catastrophe if they voted "yes" in a separatist referendum on Sunday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 9, 2014
Ukraine rebels ignore Putin call to delay self-rule vote
Pro-Moscow separatists in eastern Ukraine ignored a public call by Russian President Vladimir Putin to postpone a referendum on self-rule, declaring they would go ahead on Sunday with a vote that could lead to war.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
May 8, 2014
Putin's move in east Ukraine shows wariness of overplaying hand
Vladimir Putin's call for pro-Moscow separatists to postpone an independence referendum in eastern Ukraine shows the Russian president has achieved as much as he can for now without taking the potentially catastrophic step of sending in troops.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 7, 2014
As Ukraine burns, Putin tightens screws on dissent
While all eyes are turned to Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has quietly enacted laws that opponents say will strengthen his hand in a battle against dissent in Russia.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 7, 2014
NATO commander says permanent troops in Eastern Europe possible
NATO will have to consider permanently stationing troops in parts of Eastern Europe as a result of the increased tension between Russia and Ukraine, the alliance's top military commander said Tuesday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 5, 2014
Ukraine moves special forces into wayward Odessa
Ukraine's Interior Minister said Monday that he had drafted a new special forces unit into the southern port city of Odessa after the "outrageous" failure of the police to counter pro-Russian separatists during a weekend of violence that killed dozens.
COMMENTARY / World
May 5, 2014
West unable to concede Russia's point on Ukraine
It's hard to understand the rationale for Western, and Japanese, sanctions against Russia over Ukraine when a federal system that allows both sides reasonable autonomy under a central government is clearly the best answer.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 3, 2014
Obama, Merkel vow broader Russian sanctions if Ukraine election derailed
U.S. President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned Russia on Friday it will face additional sanctions against key sectors of its economy if Moscow disrupts Ukraine's plan to hold elections on May 25.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 2, 2014
Soviet echoes in Red Square rally
Russia staged a huge May Day parade on Moscow's Red Square for the first time since the Soviet era on Thursday, with workers holding banners proclaiming support for President Vladimir Putin after the seizure of territory from Ukraine.
COMMENTARY / World
May 2, 2014
Can Russia fix its mess in Ukraine?
Russian President Vladimir Putin can neither resolve the crisis in east Ukraine nor admit his powerlessness to end what he started. Kiev needs to find a way to negotiate with the local elite and law enforcers, providing convincing guarantees of safety.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 1, 2014
IMF approves $17 billion bailout for Ukraine amid risks
The International Monetary Fund's board signed off on a $17 billion two-year aid program for Ukraine on Wednesday to help the former Soviet republic's economy recover after months of turmoil.
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 30, 2014
Ukraine crisis has Japan on horns of a dilemma
As the crisis in Ukraine drags on, Japan faces the difficult task of striking a balance between standing by the U.S. and maintaining good relations with Russia.
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 29, 2014
Japan denies visas to 23 Russians over Ukraine
23 Russians lose visas over Ukraine: Japan will deny visas to 23 Russians, including government officials, as part of additional sanctions for letting tensions in Ukraine fester. Moscow vows to respond.
COMMENTARY / World
Apr 29, 2014
Reverberations of the Ukraine crisis
Having annexed Crimea, Russia has lost Ukraine, turning it from friend to foe. There can be no return to business as usual anytime soon.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 29, 2014
Putin's sanctioned oil czar emerged from shadows to wield vast power
When Vladimir Putin brought Igor Sechin out of the shadows and into the Kremlin 14 years ago, Russian newspapers said they had no photographs of him and alluded to his behind-the-scenes influence by calling him Darth Vadar.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Apr 28, 2014
Obama announces new U.S. sanctions on Russia over Ukraine
U.S. President Barack Obama announces new sanctions Monday to stop President Vladimir Putin from fomenting the rebellion in eastern Ukraine, but said he was holding broader measures against Russia's economy 'in reserve.'
Taiwan stuns Samurai Japan to capture Premier12 title
Japan starter Shosei Togo reacts after allowing a three-run home run against Taiwan in the fifth inning of the Premier12 final on Sunday.
Ishiba shelves proposal for liaison offices with North Korea amid rising tensions
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks on Saturday in Tokyo at a rally that was held by a group of families of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea decades ago to demand the immediate return of all abductees.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
Woman dies after train collides with car in Tochigi
A Moka Railway train car
Japan beats Taiwan ahead of rematch in Premier12 final
Keita Sano celebrates with his teammates after scoring on Kotaro Kiyomiya's two-run triple against Taiwan during their Premier12 game at Tokyo Dome on Saturday.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
An iconic 32-foot doughnut might give Randy’s an edge in Japan
Randy's Donuts in Inglewood, California. Replicas of the giant doughnut sculpture will be installed, where possible, at shops in Japan.
Tokyo’s newest three-star chef wants ‘harmony across every detail’
British-born Daniel Calvert earned his third Michelin star last month — a stunning achievement considering his restaurant, Sezanne, has only been open for just over three years.
133-year-old Kyushu railway station remains to be partially preserved
The remains of the original Moji Station in Kitakyushu
After Shohei Ohtani bump, Iwate ironware maker sees brighter future
Kaito Kikuchi's decision to send superstar Shohei Ohtani one of his company's traditional ironware tea kettles has paid off with a surge of interest from general consumers.

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