Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) believe that the increase in Russian military spending does not equate to an increase in Russian military capabilities but may affect the Kremlin's ability to sustain the war in Ukraine.

The US has allowed the Ukrainian Armed Forces to strike targets in Russia and North Korea exclusively in the Kursk region using ATACMS ballistic missiles. This limitation is not expected to significantly alter the overall course of the war,

The law concerning Russia's federal budget, signed by Vladimir Putin, includes a 25% rise in military spending compared to the previous year, reported Reuters, referencing a legal document published on Sunday in the online official journal.

The law concerning Russia's federal budget, signed by Vladimir Putin, outlines a 25 percent increase in military spending compared to the current year. This information was reported by Reuters, citing a legal document published on Sunday in the official online journal.

Increased Russian defense spending does not necessarily equate to enhanced military capabilities. However, it may affect the Kremlin's ability to sustain its war in Ukraine, reports the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

The law regarding Russia's federal budget, signed by Vladimir Putin, includes a 25% increase in military spending compared to the current year, according to Reuters, citing a legal document published on Sunday in the official online journal.