Economic Analyst
Dr. Anton Kuzmin is an economist who fled Russia after his research on economic sanctions and war costs was deemed "extremist." Now in Toronto, he analyzes the economic impact of authoritarianism, war economics, and the underground economy in post-Soviet states.
The Russian government plans to implement a new tax collection system that allows authorities to seize debts without court approval, raising alarming concerns about citizens' rights. This change is expected to save the government 2 billion rubles annually while potentially leading to widespread abuse and financial hardship for citizens.
Russian troops have made significant advances in the village of Kamenskoye, employing unconventional military tactics by traversing the dried Kakhovka Reservoir. The ongoing conflict raises urgent humanitarian concerns and highlights the economic fallout affecting both Russian and Ukrainian civilian populations.