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A Japanese man who spent almost 50 years in prison will receive $1.4 million in compensation
The court ordered compensation to be paid to Japanese man Hakamada Iwao, who spent 47 years in prison on fabricated murder charges. This is the largest amount of compensation in Japanese history.
The White House is narrowing tariffs, but they could still affect imports from Russia - WSJ
The White House plans to introduce mutual tariffs from April 2, but their effect may be narrowed. Mexico, Russia, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam may be affected.
Japan strengthens its military forces by creating a new unified command - Bloomberg
Japan has created a Joint Operations Command to better coordinate troops. This is a response to challenges from China and North Korea, as well as strengthening its partnership with the United States.
Trump's policy amid his "turn to Moscow" is pushing allies to consider their own nuclear shield - FT
Trump's rapprochement with Moscow and criticism of NATO are forcing Germany, Poland, Korea, and Japan to consider their own nuclear shield.
Japan, China and South Korea discussed trilateral cooperation: the topic of the Russia's war against Ukraine was raised at the meeting
The foreign ministers of the three countries agreed to cooperate in the areas of aging, natural disasters and the economy. Japan expressed concern about North Korea's nuclear development.
Japan, South Korea and China strive for closer economic ties
The foreign ministers of Japan, China and South Korea will discuss strengthening ties and addressing common problems in the countries' relations. Ahead of the meeting, China called for mutual trust.
Japan to deploy long-range missiles on Kyushu Island to strengthen defense - Kyodo
Japan plans to deploy missiles with a range of 1,000 km on Kyushu Island by 2026. This is being done to strengthen the security of the southwestern part of Nansei Island near Taiwan.
"Coalition of the willing" is moving into the operational phase, meeting planned for Thursday - Starmer
Keir Starmer has announced the transition of the "coalition of the willing" to the operational phase. A meeting of military personnel will take place on Thursday to support a possible ceasefire and the search for a just peace.
Planes of the aggressor country entered the identification zone of defense of South Korea
Several Russian military aircraft approached the air defense zone of South Korea on the east coast. Despite this, the country's airspace was not violated.
G7 countries reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and called on Russia for a ceasefire
G7 foreign ministers expressed support for Ukraine, called for a ceasefire and discussed additional sanctions against Russia. They condemned Russia's military assistance from the DPRK and Iran.
G7 warned Russia about new sanctions if a ceasefire is not agreed - Reuters
G7 countries called on Russia to reciprocate the ceasefire in Ukraine, as Kyiv did. They stressed the need for security measures to prevent a resumption of aggression.
G7 foreign ministers reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine
G7 ministers discussed support for Ukraine and stressed the importance of security guarantees after the war. Japan is ready to assist in the reconstruction of Ukraine through public-private partnerships.
Drinking alcohol in moderate doses is surprisingly good for cholesterol levels - study
A Harvard University study has shown that moderate alcohol consumption lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).
G7 Foreign Ministers meet in Canada: on the agenda - Rubio's summary of the meeting with Ukraine in Jeddah
G7 foreign ministers are meeting in Canada amid disagreements between US allies and Trump over foreign policy and tariffs. They will discuss Ukraine and the Russian shadow fleet.
The Rada calls for a ban on the participation of Russians and Belarusians in international sports competitions: resolution adopted
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a resolution calling for a ban on the participation of athletes from the Russian Federation and Belarus in international competitions. It is also proposed to strengthen sanctions against their sports organizations.
Trump is not pressuring Ukraine regarding the "demilitarization" that Russia wants - Reuters
According to Reuters, demilitarization is among the few demands of Russia that Trump has not pressured Ukraine on. Europe supports this state of affairs.
US steel and aluminum tariffs take effect
The US has imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, affecting allies and economic rivals. Alcoa Corp warns of threats to jobs and rising prices.
The President of the International Olympic Committee told how he was called a Nazi in Russia
Thomas Bach, in an interview with RND, spoke about the change in relations with Russia after the invasion of Ukraine. The IOC President, who is stepping down after 12 years, mentioned his cooperation with Putin and the doping scandal.
More than 30 countries will participate in negotiations in Paris on planning international security forces for Ukraine - AP
Negotiations on the formation of international security forces for Ukraine will take place in Paris after a potential ceasefire. Military officials from over 30 countries will participate, including representatives from NATO and Asian countries.
Trump may change the terms of military support for allies in the Pacific - Media
The Trump administration is preparing new security and trade requirements for Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. The US may demand more funds for troop deployment and threatens to withdraw them.
Visual Arts Studio under fire: PlayStation lays off developers - report
Sony is conducting a new wave of layoffs at Visual Arts studio in San Diego, which worked on The Last of Us. The layoffs come after the failure of Concord and a reorganization of the company's leadership.
NATO and the "Ramstein" format were not consulted regarding Trump's decision on aid to Ukraine - Polish MFA
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Trump suspended aid to Ukraine without consultations with NATO and the "Ramstein" group. Poland confirms its continued support for Ukraine and is conducting consultations with allies.
Japanese Prime Minister comments on the Trump-Zelensky dispute
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba commented on the emotional discussion between the leaders of the United States and Ukraine. He called for a diplomatic solution to conflicts and emphasized the importance of mutual understanding between the countries.
Gene Hackman, a Hollywood legend known for the films The French Connection, Bonnie and Clyde
Hollywood actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, were found dead in their home in Santa Fe. Hackman was known for his roles in the films The French Connection, Bonnie and Clyde, and Unforgiven.
“Not ready to give up": Kanye West and Bianca Censorio repair relationship after high-profile breakup
The couple Kanye West and Bianca Censor have decided to give their marriage a second chance after a recent breakup. The couple appeared together at the premiere of a new movie, where Bianca played the main role.
Ukraine has lost 18% of its territory since 2014: CNN analysis
During the three years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine lost 11% of its territory, and 18% in total since 2014. The United States provided 47% of all military assistance, while the EU provided 32%.
Natural gas prices in the US hit a record: what's the reason
US natural gas futures hit their highest level in two years due to harsh winter conditions. The freezing of gas wells and record LNG exports led to a 29% increase in prices over the week.
US, Japan discuss $44 billion gas project in Alaska
Trump invited Japan to join a project to produce and export LNG from Alaska. The initiative is aimed at diversifying Japan's energy supply and improving the trade balance between the two countries.
Japan's Economy Minister plans visit to the US to negotiate tariffs
Japanese Economy Minister Eji Muto is planning a visit to the United States to negotiate duty exemptions. Japan emphasizes the importance of its high-quality steel and aluminum for the US market.
Kravchenko discusses improvement of tax environment with diplomats from 16 countries
Ruslan Kravchenko met with diplomats to discuss improving the tax environment and integration with the EU. The key topics included reducing the blocking of tax invoices and VAT refunds.