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Russia prepares new taxes to finance war in Ukraine
The Russian Ministry of Finance proposed new tax changes to increase budget revenues. The federal budget deficit reached 5.85 trillion rubles in the first half of 2026.
In brief
- The Russian Ministry of Finance proposed new tax changes.
- The federal budget deficit reached 5.85 trillion rubles.
- The deficit accounted for 2.8% of annual GDP.
- The Kremlin seeks to finance the war in Ukraine.
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Not covered by: independent, public, commentators, state, official.
| Group | Share | Count |
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| Oligarch-owned | 50% | 1 item |
| Anonymous | 50% | 1 item |
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