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Russia raises taxes to fund extended war effort in 2026 budget

Russia's 2026 budget includes tax increases to sustain military spending, signaling preparation for a prolonged conflict. Expert Torbjörn Becker notes the heavy investment in military and security services. This indicates fiscal consolidation toward war economy, with implications for Russia's economic stability and Western policy response.

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Russia Plans Tax Hikes to Fund Prolonged War Effort Through 2026

Russia is implementing tax increases, confirmed post-election, to fund a prolonged war effort, with the 2026 budget explicitly reflecting this fiscal consolidation towards a war economy. This indicates a strategic shift to sustain military spending, though the exact scope and timing of the tax hikes remain unclear.

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