Russia arrests Japanese journalist on allegations of spying

Russian authorities detained Yuki Imai, a journalist with Japan’s Hokkaido Shimbun, in Sakhalin on suspicion of espionage. Moscow alleges he gathered information about Russia’s defense capabilities for Tokyo, which could be used against Russian security. He was flown to Moscow, where a court ordered pre-trial detention until December 12. Japan says it has requested information and has not been able to contact him. The newspaper says it is confirming details and that the reporter’s safety is its priority.