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Russia to boost defence spending by 27% in 2027
Original: Russia to increase military spending in 2027 – Reuters Russia plans to spend US$202.58 billion on defence in 2027, which
Russia plans to spend 17.1 trillion rubles, roughly US$202.58 billion, on defence in 2027, about 27% more than previously budgeted, according to Reuters. The increase signals Moscow's continued prioritisation of its military amid the war in Ukraine, drawing attention to how long Russia can sustain elevated wartime expenditure and what it means for NATO planning.
Why now: The reported budget hike highlights Russia's sustained war effort in Ukraine and its implications for European security.
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- Russia to increase military spending in 2027 – Reuters Russia plans to spend US$202.58 billion on defence in 2027, which is approximately 27% more than previously budgeted. Source: Reuters Details: Russia plans to spend RUB 17.1 trillion (approximately US$202.58 billion) on… · pravda_english@rss.anyfeed.cc
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