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Retail in russia Is Closing Down En Masse

Among the reasons – rising retail costs, tax changes, declining consumption, and high inflation.
4/4/2026
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belarus Is Eating into Its Reserves and Becoming Dependent on russia’s Money

In 2026, analysts expect the deficit to grow to 1–1.5% of GDP: revenues will slow due to the economic slowdown, while expenditures will remain high.
4/4/2026
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Data Centers in russia Are Failing En Masse

According to market participants’ estimates, the problem has already affected about 20% of commercial data centers.
4/4/2026
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Ukraine and the World – Against russia’s Aggression. Sanctions in Action

In March, the ministry of finance of the rf spent nearly 60 billion rubles from the national wealth fund (NWF) to cover the budget deficit. In total, in the first quarter, the ministry spent nearly 460 billion rubles from the NWF to cover the hole in the budget.
4/3/2026
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At Least 300,000 russian Businesses May Not Survive 2026

defense sector, while civilian industries are left without funding. The consequences are being felt across the country: from machine building to the production of construction materials.
4/3/2026
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putin Has Turned the fsb into a State Within a State

Since February, the service has managed to cut off citizens’ communications and internet access at will, at its own discretion. In March, “white lists” of resources accessible when mobile internet is cut off went into effect in moscow: the fsb decides which websites are worthy of existing.
4/3/2026
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russia Is Building an Anti-Western Information Belt in the Sahel Through Bribing Media and a Network of Influence Agents

The narrative dissemination strategy operates on several levels: initial placement in affiliated media; scaling up via bots and loyal social media accounts; creating the illusion of public support; and legitimization within political discourse.
4/3/2026
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We Continue to Work with Countries that Are Currently Under Attack by the Iranian Regime: New Arrangements Have Been Reached – Address by the President

Ukraine has relevant expertise in maritime routes – in their protection and the restoration of navigation. If partners are ready to act, we will consider how we can strengthen them, how we can contribute our expertise, knowledge, and technological potential. It is now impossible to imagine real security without Ukraine.
4/3/2026
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Ukraine and the World – Against russia’s Aggression. Sanctions in Action

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia Margus Tsahkna believes that now is a historic moment to integrate Ukraine into the EU and NATO. According to him, such a decision would guarantee security for both Ukraine and all of Europe.
4/2/2026
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The kremlin Has Ruined russia’s Ferrous Metallurgy

The war against Ukraine and international sanctions have disrupted familiar supply chains, cut off foreign markets, and eroded production margin – and the industry that once was the driving force of russia’s industrial progress is now simply trying not to fade away completely.
4/2/2026
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russia Monetizing the Censorship: Businesses Will Pay for Email, Citizens – for VPNs

Companies that allow VPN traffic risk being removed from the registry of accredited IT organizations, which means losing critical benefits: a 5% income tax rate instead of the standard 25%, zero VAT, and reduced insurance premiums.
4/2/2026
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The Economy of Unrecognized Transnistria Is on the Verge

According to the new budget and tax concept for 2027–2029, adopted in Tiraspol, the region’s exports have fallen by nearly 60%, imports – by 24.5%. The region’s self-proclaimed authorities acknowledge that they are operating under what amounts to a state of economic emergency.
4/2/2026
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A Ceasefire During Easter Could Be the Signal That Tells Everyone – Diplomacy Can Succeed – Address by the President

I expect that the teams will work substantively in the coming days so that we can all feel progress. A trilateral format is important – a leaders’ format – all of this is necessary.
4/2/2026
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Ukraine and the World – Against russia’s Aggression. Sanctions in Action

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine has received over EUR 193 billion in aid from the European Union and its member states.
4/1/2026
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The kremlin’s Policies Are Driving russians to Pawnshops

According to experts, this year the pawnshop market in the rf may reach 1 trillion rubles and begin to compete in terms of volume with niche marketplaces (990 billion rubles) and the fishing industry (1.1 trillion rubles).
4/1/2026
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russians Ignoring the Government’s Push for Early Marriages

The very model of family relationships is also changing. The number of unregistered partnerships is growing, as is the proportion of people who never marry at all. At the same time, an increasing number of children are being born outside of official marriage.
4/1/2026
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Ukraine and the World – Against russia’s Aggression. Sanctions in Action

“Ukraine has a clear strategy for victory and a just peace,” said European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius, pointing out that Europe supports this strategy.
3/31/2026
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russia Has Fallen into the “Rupee Trap”

Huge sums in Indian rupees have accumulated in the accounts of russian companies in India as payment for oil. We are talking about the equivalent of hundreds of billions of US dollars. Despite requests from the russians, India is in no hurry to provide a way to access that money.
3/31/2026
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russia’s Coal Industry Is in Decline with No Prospects for Recovery

As of March 2026, 62 russian coal mining companies are in the “risk zone.” Of these, 20 have already ceased production, while 15 have decided to mothball or completely liquidate their operations. The industry’s debt has exceeded $18.5 billion.
3/31/2026
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The kremlin’s Ratings Are Plummeting: putin’s Support Is Falling Amid War Fatigue and Rising Taxes

The key factors contributing to dissatisfaction include the growing financial burden on the population due to tax policies, tighter restrictions on internet access, and accumulated fatigue from the russia-Ukraine war.
3/31/2026