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Putin's adviser warns Russia risks new civil war and internal collapse of the nation (www.dagens.com)

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Mounting economic hardship and growing public discontent could push Russia toward internal conflict, a senior Kremlin official has warned.

The stark message comes as inflation, war fatigue, and social divisions deepen across the country.

Alexander Kharichev, head of the Presidential Directorate for Monitoring and Analysing Social Processes, issued the warning in a state-run journal.

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Military over social spending

Rising prices have hit ordinary Russians hard, with food costs climbing well above the national inflation rate. Businesses are struggling to stay afloat, and layoffs and bankruptcies loom large.

Despite the pressure, the Kremlin continues to prioritize military spending over social welfare.

At the same time, Russia’s workforce has been decimated by more than a million war casualties, mostly men of working age, worsening the long-term demographic decline and ageing population.

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Kharichev warned of “fragmentation of society” and the “loss of Russia’s ability to fight for its survival.”

His analysis cited the growing erosion of public trust in government and widening rifts within Russian society.

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[–] finitebanjo@lemmy.world 2 points 23 hours ago (1 children)

I kinda doubt that the CCP will allow Russia to collapse before the USA. Like a world power balancing act.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 13 points 23 hours ago (1 children)

I think China would buy Russian territory at rock bottom prices, or simply seize it. It would be far easier way to achieve glory and wealth than trying to take Taiwan.

[–] lordbritishbusiness@lemmy.world 6 points 23 hours ago (1 children)

Probably, but those aren't the reasons they want Taiwan which is more of an ideological goal.

The answer: "Both".

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 7 points 22 hours ago (1 children)

The problem with Taiwan for China is that it is a risky bet. Undoubtedly it would be proof of having the Mandate of Heaven if successfully taken, but also evidence of not being worthy if it results in failure. Biting off haunches of a weakened Russia is a much less risky proposition, with an good payoff.

[–] tym@lemmy.world 2 points 16 hours ago

I recently learned about the history of China/Taiwan and how mainland China is essentially the coup regime and Taiwan is the original guard who refuses to capitulate. It's technically a civil war that never ended.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_Civil_War