Russia’s War Economy in Trouble
A new analysis says Russia’s war economy will reach a critical point by late 2025. This is because the country can’t make enough weapons to replace the ones it loses, despite its growing GDP.
Russia wants to win the war in Ukraine by 2026. But it faces problems like Western sanctions and labor shortages. To get around these issues, Russia has started relying on other countries like China, Turkey, and North Korea for help.
The analysis says Russia’s economy showed some strength last year, with a 3.6% growth rate. This year is expected to be even better, at 3.9%. However, the country still can’t produce enough weapons or find enough workers to keep up with its needs.
This means that Russia’s military will soon face big challenges. The analysis warns that the country’s ability to sustain the war long-term is uncertain.