Russia military economy

Trump claims significant fall in Russian oil exports, mentions mass military casualties

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that oil exports from Russia have decreased significantly and expressed hope that the war in Ukraine will end while speaking with reporters at the White House on Nov. 6.

7 November 2025, 11:11 AM

Russia cuts soldiers’ benefits while boosting propaganda in 2026 - ISW

Russia plans to cut military spending and reduce payments to soldiers’ families in 2026, while sharply increasing funding for state propaganda, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reported on Sept. 29.

30 September 2025, 09:45 AM

Putin throws everything at Pokrovsk while Ukrainian defense struggles

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is willing to invest everything to achieve military success in Pokrovsk, international affairs commentator Ivan Yakovyna said in an interview with Radio NV on July 29.

30 July 2025, 02:45 PM

Putin eyes long war over unfavorable peace - ISW

Russia aims to exploit partial ceasefire and upcoming peace talks to eventually seize more Ukrainian territory and install a pro-Russian puppet regime in Kyiv, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) wrote on April 3.

4 April 2025, 10:50 AM

Estonian general: Russia is beatable if Ukraine gets the right support

Ukraine can still emerge victorious in its war against Russia, despite the challenges on the battlefield, according to Estonian Chief of Defense, Maj. Gen. Vahur Karus. Speaking to ERR on Feb. 25, he outlined the key factors shaping the ongoing conflict.

25 February 2025, 03:40 PM

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