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US missile systems in Japan may have offensive purpose & be controlled by Washington - Moscow

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The deployment of the American Aegis Combat System, designed to provide defense against short to intermediate-range ballistic missiles, casts a shadow over Russia-Japan relations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said during his annual Q&A on Monday. Moscow has serious concerns over its purpose and who will be behind the operational control of the missile system in Japan. Despite Tokyo's assertions, Moscow remains unconvinced.

"We have data that the system that will be deployed in Japan is based on universal launchers, which can use assault weapons," the foreign minister stated. He added that Washington has never given control over its weapons to the country of deployment and this time will be no exception.


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