Russia's economy has defied the skeptics. Cracks are getting harder to hide

Russia's wartime economy is under growing strain as its budget deficit widens and analysts warn pressure could intensify next year.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 15, 2026 at 2:29 AM ET · First coverage Aug 15, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET

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