Russia’s oil and gas revenues dropped 19% in the first half of 2025, forcing deep cuts to civilian spending as the Kremlin diverts funds to the war
Falling crude prices, a shrinking European gas market, and a manipulated ruble are worsening the crisis euromaidanpress.com/2025/08/07/r...
Russia’s energy revenues crash by 19% as war devours civilian budget
With gas exports to Europe halved and oil profits plunging, the Kremlin raids its welfare fund while fueling the front.