We've seen people fight over less but when it comes to international disputes, smallest of actions can have huge ramifications. So what's the issue? Japan and the Koreas claim an island equidistant from both shores.

Not storm in a teacup: Korea, Japan fight over 'islands' in curry

Russia's embassy in Seoul on Wednesday denied that Moscow had formally apologised over an alleged airspace violation the previous day after South Korea said that Russia had expressed "deep regret" while blaming an equipment malfunction.

Did not make an apology: Russia on airspace violation dispute with South Korea

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