Russia on Monday warned Japan against supplying Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, saying such a move would be seen as a hostile act and could have serious consequences for regional security. The Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that it was “deeply concerned” by media reports that Japan was considering providing Ukraine with Patriot systems, which are capable …

Japan’s decision to send Patriot missiles to the US, which may indirectly aid Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, is a bold move that reflects its changing security posture and its willingness to support its allies.  Japan has long been constrained by its pacifist constitution and its self-imposed ban on arms exports, but it has recently amended its laws to …