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Has Putin pushed Russia’s economy too far? | The Economist

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February 20, 2026

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Russia’s full-scale war is now entering its fifth year. For Ukraine, it has been devastating. But the conflict has been ruinous for Russia, too. Our top editors assess the damage and ask—how much longer can President Putin let the conflict go on for?

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