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Russia will struggle to cope with a sinking rouble
What does the currency’s collapse mean for Vladimir Putin’s ability to wage war?
This article appeared in the Finance & economics section of the print edition under the headline “Putin’s problem”
Finance & economics August 19th 2023
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