putin hides the real state of russia’s economy from russians
russian dictator vladimir putin once again confirms that he has no intention of stopping the war. All the kremlin’s statements about its “readiness for negotiations” are merely diplomatic trickery aimed at lowering the West’s guard.
▫️ Since the beginning of the year, putin has increased the authorized strength of russia’s armed forces for the fourth time, and for the eighth time since the full-scale invasion — this time by another 15,500 personnel, bringing the total size of the military to more than 2.44 million, including 1.55 million service members.
▫️ Alongside expanding the military, the russian government is increasing the budget for continuing the aggression. According to media reports, russia plans to spend $202 billion on defense in its 2027 budget draft — 27% more than the amount initially allocated in the budget and 32% above the 2026 figure. This is an absolute record since the Soviet era, with the military and security bloc set to consume nearly 44% of all government spending.
The figures demonstrate moscow’s priorities: putin is preparing russia’s economy and society for a prolonged war and an expansion of armed aggression. Statements about “peace” are merely information noise designed to divert attention from the kremlin’s real intentions.
