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TexasTowelie

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Thu Oct 10, 2024, 09:07 PM Oct 10

Russian Defense Budget Balloons - Eastern Express - TVP World



Russia's latest federal budget reveals a massive boost to military spending, signaling preparations for a prolonged conflict. In this episode of Eastern Express, we explore how Moscow's defense splurge is straining its economy, inflating the ruble, and leaving ordinary Russians to bear the cost. Will Russia's expansionist policies hold the economy together? Or is it all about to fall apart? Tune in to find out.
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Russian Defense Budget Balloons - Eastern Express - TVP World (Original Post) TexasTowelie Oct 10 OP
Russian military losses are staggering LetMyPeopleVote Oct 11 #1
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