Russia to Sharply Increase War Spending and Cut to Social Programs

Finance By Ivan Nechepurenko • October 1, 2026, 4:02 PM UTC
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Russia to Sharply Increase War Spending and Cut to Social Programs
Both sides are finding it increasingly difficult to finance the conflict in Ukraine. Russia’s 2027 budget envisions more debt, higher taxes and lower social benefits.

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