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Russia resumes Mediterranean naval presence with sanctioned ships, NATO tracks convoy
Euronews·RU · SY · ES·about 2 hours ago
Rosstat's first estimate shows Russian GDP grew 1.3% y/y in Q2 2026, reversing a 0.2% contraction in Q1. The rebound suggests resilience despite sanctions, but the estimate is preliminary and subject to revision. This matters for assessing Russia's economic trajectory and potential fiscal pressures.