The end of Putin’s regime will spring from war spending chaos, former central bank advisor says

Ukraine’s intelligence service reports that Moscow is tightening control over regional governors by linking their loyalty to war spending compliance. The move suggests deepening financial strain in Russia’s military-industrial complex, though coverage does not yet specify whether this reflects systemic failure or a deliberate consolidation of power.

The Economist and Reuters highlight persistent challenges in Russia’s war economy, including budgetary pressures and logistical inefficiencies, but emphasize that a sudden crash remains unlikely. The Financial Times frames the situation as a “slow implosion,” citing systemic vulnerabilities in governance and resource allocation.

Watch for further signals of fiscal stress, such as shifts in regional compliance or official acknowledgment of economic constraints. Coverage may also focus on whether Putin’s inner circle fractures under pressure or adapts through further centralization.