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China Condemns Tokyo Embassy Break-In Amid Tensions

3/25/2026

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China Condemns Embassy Intrusion

On March 24, the Chinese foreign ministry condemned a 'forceful break-in' at its Tokyo embassy by a man who claimed to be a Japanese military officer and urged an investigation and accountability to safeguard diplomatic premises.
The incident coincides with deteriorating Japan-China ties, following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's suggestions of military responses to Taiwan.
Japan plans to revise its diplomatic report, downgrading the significance of its relationship with China.

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Murata Arrested for Intrusion

On March 24, Kodai Murata, a 23-year-old second lieutenant in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force, was arrested for unlawfully entering the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo.
He allegedly scaled the wall, carried a knife, and threatened to kill Chinese diplomats.
The Chinese government condemned the act as a serious threat and lodged a formal protest with Japan.
Japanese police are investigating.
The Ground Self-Defense Force expressed regret and pledged cooperation.

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China Condemns Embassy Intrusion

On March 24, the Chinese foreign ministry condemned a 'forceful break-in' at its Tokyo embassy by a man who claimed to be a Japanese military officer and urged an investigation and accountability to safeguard diplomatic premises.
The incident coincides with deteriorating Japan-China ties, following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's suggestions of military responses to Taiwan.
Japan plans to revise its diplomatic report, downgrading the significance of its relationship with China.

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