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Russia's 2026 Draft Budget Boosts Defense Spending, Raising Fiscal Burden
FAZ·RU · UA·3 days ago
Russia plans to maintain defense allocations at record levels through 2029, with over 17.1 trillion rubles (~€180B) earmarked for 2027. This signals sustained militarization despite economic constraints, indicating a long-term commitment to high defense expenditure.