After the elections in Russia, there has been a rise in taxes, excises, prices, and tariffs, raising questions about where authorities will seek additional funds for the war.

After the elections in Russia, there has been a rise in taxes, excises, prices, and tariffs, raising questions about where authorities will seek additional funds for the war.

@meduzalive 05 Oct 2026, 15:29

Economist Konstantin Sonin analyzes the impact of rising taxes and utility tariffs on the living standards of Russians, explaining how war financing affects the country's economy and why foreign investors will not return to Russia.

@meduzalive 05 Oct 2026, 15:26