Russia’s oil money is drying up—so its own people are paying for the war
Fresh figures show the Iran oil windfall came and went—and Russia, further behind than before, is now reaching for pensions and paychecks.
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Ukraine’s IMF lifeline depends on tax reforms parliament keeps stalling
A $614 million parcel tax that unlocks $8.1 billion in IMF funding is six weeks past its deadline.
“Record since the Soviet era”: Putin’s budget reveals Kremlin’s priorities for 2026
Putin signs 2026 budget with 40% for war, social spending gutted.