Russia
Russia · RUS · Europe
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Overview
Russia's geopolitical landscape is dominated by its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, leading to extensive international sanctions and a reorientation of its economy and foreign policy. The country continues to leverage its vast natural resources, particularly oil and gas, to fund its military and maintain domestic stability. Its relations with Western nations remain highly strained, while it strengthens ties with non-Western partners.
Leadership
Vladimir Putin
President
Government: Semi-Presidential Republic (de facto authoritarian)
Mikhail Mishustin
Sergey Lavrov
Anton Siluanov
Economy
$2.1T
$14.5K
+1.2%
4.5%
3.2%
Trade
Key Exports
Key Imports
Top Partners
Recent Events (4)
Russia Bans Diesel Exports Amid Ukrainian Drone Strikes and Fuel Shortages
Russia has banned diesel exports to support its domestic fuel market following Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. These attacks have triggered gasoline shortages, price spikes, and long queues at refueling stations, significantly impacting supply chains and the Russian economy.
Russia's nuclear strategy in Ukraine is terror, not deterrence
Russia's nuclear strategy in Ukraine is characterized as terror rather than a deterrent, according to reports.
War threatens Russian banking crisis, European intelligence report says
A European intelligence report indicates that war poses a threat of a significant banking crisis in Russia.
Nuclear integration with Russia eroding Belarusian sovereignty
The integration of nuclear capabilities with Russia is reportedly eroding the sovereignty of Belarus.