Reuters: Russia plans record defense spending of 17 trillion rubles in 2027, 27% more than previously budgeted

Russian authorities are set to significantly boost military spending, according to a draft budget review by Reuters. The nation plans to allocate 17.1 trillion rubles for defense in 2027, marking a 27% increase from the previously budgeted 13.5 trillion rubles for the preceding three years. This surge brings the total national defense spending over the next three years to a projected 50 trillion rubles.

The 2025 budget earmarked 13.5 trillion rubles for military purposes, a record at the time. Furthermore, the 2026 budget allocated 12.93 trillion rubles for defense. Bloomberg's June report, based on sources, indicated that Russian authorities intend to escalate war spending by an additional 4-5 trillion rubles this year. Meduza, the news outlet reporting these details, adheres to strict editorial standards and employs AI tools to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of its English-language coverage.