Russian ambassador to Japan to leave post, possibly in late Nov.

Russian Ambassador to Japan Mikhail Galuzin is expected to leave his post, possibly late next month, and it is not yet known who will succeed him, a Russian government source said Friday.His departure comes amid strained bilateral ties over Russia's invasion of Ukraine that began in February, which has sparked condemnation and triggered international sanctions against Moscow.Galuzin, 62, who assumed the ambassadorship in March 2018, is renowned for his excellent Japanese skills even among Russian diplomats who are experts on Japan, the source said.His current stint is his fourth time servin…READ FULL ARTICLE