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Russian households face increasing financial strain as war in Ukraine drags on

Published November 3, 2026 12:05 pm • Updated November 3, 2026 12:05 pm •
Russian households face increasing financial strain as war in Ukraine drags on
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As Moscow continues to launch strikes across Ukraine, Russian citizens are facing increasing financial strain. Since the start of the war in 2022, utility bills in Russia have risen by more than 50% – over 13% this year alone. These rising costs come as the country grapples with ongoing drone attacks originating from Ukraine.

As Moscow continues to launch strikes across Ukraine, Russian citizens are facing increasing financial strain. Since the start of the war in 2022, utility bills in Russia have risen by more than 50% – over 13% this year alone. These rising costs come as the country grapples with ongoing drone attacks originating from Ukraine.

Source: France 24 — Original report ↗

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Original source: France 24 ↗