Russia to Sharply Increase War Spending and Cut to Social Programs

October 1, 2026 · 3:52 pm 1 sources

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• Russia to Sharply Increase War Spending and Cut to Social Programs
  The New York Times · October 1, 2026 15:52
  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.