Russia War Spending

What happened

The outlets' own sentences, most widely reported first. Hover or tap one to see who reported it.

Analysis

How it changed

1. 29 Sep

   Russia to cut welfare, education funding in 2027 as war spending soars

   2 outlets · The Straits Times
2. 30 Sep

   Next year, Russia plans to spend 17.1 trillion rubles on defence – around £150billion.

   5 outlets · Daily Mail
3. 4 Oct

   Education spending would fall by 6%, while healthcare funding would be cut by 6.8%.

   2 outlets · Times of India

Coverage 6 articles

• 9 Oct Russia slashes cancer care as defence spending hits post-Soviet recordRussia is cutting its federal cancer programme budget from 44.9 billion to 3.87 billion roubles for 2027, a nearly forty-fold reduction compared to 2025 levels, as defence spending reaches an all-time high of 35% since the Soviet Union's collapse. This drastic reduction in health funding is coupled with a growing trend of Russian cancer patients bearing more out-of-pocket costs; a study found that between 2019 and…Euronews
• 4 Oct Russia cuts education and healthcare budget as war spending hits new highRussia plans to increase military spending by 27% in its 2027 federal budget to 17.1 trillion roubles ($202.58 billion) for the war in Ukraine, as reported by Reuters. This significant boost in defence funds comes at the expense of welfare, education, and healthcare, which face cuts ranging from 6% to 7%. The government also proposes raising taxes and utility costs amid growing financial strain due to sustained…Times of India
• 2 Oct Russia surges defense spending as the West dithersRussia plans to increase its defense spending by 27% to 17.1 trillion rubles ($205 billion) for the year 2027, part of a larger commitment over three years totaling 50 trillion rubles ($600 billion). This surge includes cutting funding from welfare, education, and healthcare while raising taxes and borrowing more. In contrast, Europe and the United States are criticized for not adequately organizing their resources…Washington Examiner
• 30 Sep Are you watching Streeting? Putin's war chest to rise to record 35% of state budget by next year as he slashes welfare, education and healthcare to fund 17.1trillion ruble (£154bn) militaryVladimir Putin is increasing Russian defense spending to a record 35% of the state budget next year, allocating around £154 billion for military expenses. This move contrasts with the UK government's hesitation under Prime Minister Andy Burnham to boost its own defense spending to meet NATO targets. While Putin prepares to spend heavily on military, potentially destabilizing Russia’s economy by 2028, the UK debates…Daily Mail
• 30 Sep Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin to inject £150bn into war effort as Germany identifies Kyiv’s ‘weakest point’Russia plans to increase its defense spending by £150 billion next year to support its ongoing war with Ukraine, according to a draft budget submitted to parliament. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz identified Ukraine's lack of air defense missiles as its "weakest point," urging allies to secure additional supplies before winter. Merz warned that Russia would continue to target civilian infrastructure but stressed…The Independent
• 29 Sep Russia to cut welfare, education funding in 2027 as war spending soarsRussia plans to reduce funding for welfare, education, and healthcare by significant percentages in its 2027 budget to support a massive increase in military spending, which will rise to 17.1 trillion roubles ($202.58 billion), up from the previously planned 13.5 trillion roubles. The article highlights that these cuts are part of Russia's ongoing efforts to manage its deteriorating fiscal situation since the start…The Straits Times

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