Is Russia on the brink of total economic collapse?
While Vladimir Putin boasts about military resilience, the reality behind the scenes tells a darker story. In 2026, Russia's GDP growth has plunged into negative territory, labor shortages are crippling domestic industries, and over 200,000 businesses have closed down. With 40% of the federal budget swallowed by the war machine, the civilian economy is completely frozen.
⏱️ CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Russia's Stalled Military Machine
02:52 - Cracks in the Civilian Sector
04:02 - The Turning Tide of 2025 and 2026
05:28 - Surging Military Spending vs. Civilian Decline
08:35 - The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
12:16 - The Labor Crisis and Underlying Root Causes
15:44 - Putin's Obsession and Long-Term Consequences
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