Russian economy shows signs of weakness under Ukrainian drone attacks
Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries and commercial stockpiles heighten economic pressures ahead of September legislative elections.
Kyiv's attacks on Russian energy and commercial infrastructure have intensified the war's impact on daily life for Russians, just days before legislative elections scheduled for September 18-20, according to Le Monde.
While the Russian economy maintains relative resilience, difficulties are mounting, with inflation topping the list of concerns, according to the source.
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- Ciblée par les drones ukrainiens, l’économie russe montre de plus en plus de signes de faiblesse — Le Monde — Une
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