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Russians Pay for Putin's Budget Black Hole - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD
Russia’s war-fueled economy is finally slowing down – and it’s hitting civilians hardest. In this episode of Eastern Express, we break down how Moscow's military obsession is draining industry, crushing consumption, and leaving Putin with fewer economic cards to play. But make no mistake: the Kremlin still has cash – and it’s willing to burn through every ruble to keep the war going.