Russia's 2027 budget prioritizes defense, cuts social spending and soldier benefits

Russia's draft 2027 budget allocates a record share to defense and security, while regions divert funds for foster children and orphans to war payments, and 'coffin money' for soldiers' families is cut by up to 95% in some areas. This signals a sustained militarization of the economy and a shift in fiscal priorities, potentially straining social stability. The cuts to soldier benefits may indicate fiscal pressure or a deliberate policy choice, with implications for domestic morale and long-term economic sustainability.