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Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy

BBC World News·July 18, 2026·1 min read
Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy

Russians are increasingly turning to cash as mobile internet shutdowns and businesses seeking to dodge tax strain the wartime economy after more than four years of war with Ukraine. The shift to cash puts additional pressure on the slowing economy, which has been impacted by ongoing conflict and sanctions.

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