Don't do this: What would await Japan if it tried to seize the Kuril Islands?
Japan may take a risky step to seize the Kuril Islands, and Russia's response would be fatal
Analysts, after analyzing the current military situation, believe that the Japanese Self-Defense Forces may attempt to seize control of the Kuril Islands, and this development direction cannot be ruled out.
The article points out that, according to the "Global Firepower Index," the Japanese Self-Defense Forces rank eighth in military power globally. In addition, in recent years, Japan has been actively expanding its military forces, which has raised concerns among the outside world about the possibility of Japan using force to resolve the long-standing territorial dispute over the Kuril Islands with Russia.
The article states: "Although the Japanese Self-Defense Forces have a relatively small size, their weapons and equipment are among the best in the world."
The authors emphasize that Japan has a strong navy, including amphibious assault ships (the original term is "десантные корабли" which translates directly to "landing ships," but given their characteristics close to aircraft carriers, they correspond to Japan's "Izumo"-class amphibious assault ships). The performance of these ships is close to that of aircraft carriers. In addition, this eastern neighbor of Russia is equipped with advanced American F-35 fighter jets. Japan's recent test firing of the Type 88 short-range missile has further deepened suspicions that Japan is preparing for military action.
Analysts believe that given the current attention of the Russian Federation Armed Forces (ВС РФ) on the western border, the Japanese authorities may have the illusion that they can seize the Kuril Islands through military action. The analysis also points out that Japan may attempt to seek support from the United States.
This media outlet warns that if the Japanese government decides to conflict with Russia and attempts to seize the Kuril Islands, its actions will inevitably provoke a response. Analysts assess that although Japan may gain a temporary tactical advantage through its naval power and surprise tactics, Russia's response will be rapid and extremely powerful, and the consequences for Japan would be fatal.
The article concludes: "Russia's nuclear forces and the strategic depth of its territory are sufficient to deter any opponent."
(Note: The term "Kuril Islands (Куриль)" involves the territorial dispute between Russia and Japan. "Global Firepower Index" is an index published by an internationally renowned military strength ranking organization. "Type 88 short-range missile (Type 88)" is a domestically produced missile in service with the Japanese Self-Defense Forces.)
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