Russia’s “wartime boom” is a mirage. #Putin can afford the war, but NOT his people. While the Kremlin touts rising incomes and falling poverty, 38% of Russians have zero savings, and 1 in 3 can’t afford basic medicine. Food still eats up 30% of household budgets — double that of developed countries. Wages may look higher, but real wealth is concentrated at the top. Billionaires multiply, while most Russians survive on debt, 16-hour shifts, and propaganda. Just like in the USSR back in 1988. #MakeRussiaPay #RussianEconomy
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