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Putin is repeating Brezhnev’s basic error

Russia's war spending to sharply increase, social programs cut, sparking comparisons to Brezhnev's economic mistakes.

By · Published October 4, 2026  00:11 UTC · Updated October 4, 2026  11:41 UTC

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Russia has submitted a three-year budget to the State Duma, which includes sharply increased war spending and significant cuts to social programs. The budget aims to cover the costs of ongoing military efforts, with spending plans showing a long-term commitment to war.

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  • Primary Driver: Russia's war spending to sharply increase, social programs cut, sparking comparisons to Brezhnev's economic mistakes.
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Russia plans to sharply increase its war spending, with the government submitting a three-year budget to the State Duma. The budget aims to fund ongoing military operations in Ukraine, but will likely come at the cost of social programs.

The move has drawn comparisons to the economic policies of Leonid Brezhnev, who struggled to fund Soviet military interventions during the Cold War. The decision to prioritize war spending over social programs is seen as a key shift in Russia's economic priorities.

The Moscow Times reports that the 2026 deficit is expected to reach $88 billion. The implications of this shift in priorities are not yet clear, with The New York Times noting that the government has not provided a clear explanation for the decision to cut social programs.

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What is the expected 2026 deficit in Russia?

$88 billion

What is the main focus of Russia's new budget?

War spending and military operations

Which economic policies of Leonid Brezhnev are being compared to Russia's current decisions?

His struggles to fund Soviet military interventions during the Cold War

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