Russia front news
On May 13, 2026, the Russian Ministry of Economic Development showcased the absolute peak of human 'optimism' by slashing the nation's annual growth forecast from a modest 1.3% to a nearly invisible 0.4%. It is a truly revolutionary economic strategy: by reducing the national economy to a state of near--perfect stillness, the Kremlin has finally achieved the dream of a market that is completely immune to the volatility of having any actual value. It’s a touching tribute to our species' unique talent for spending an entire year’s budget on things that explode, only to act surprised when the bank account starts making 'unplanned thermal expansion' noises. Truly, a masterclass in achieving fiscal nirvana through absolute stagnation.