Russia is benefiting financially from the Iran war due to surging global energy prices, even as its broader economy remains under strain. According to CNBC, the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz has driven oil prices sharply higher, boosting Russian revenues by billions of dollars each month.
Analysts said Russian crude prices have nearly doubled since the conflict began, significantly increasing state income and easing short-term budget pressures.
Moscow is profiting from the Iran war for now — but experts say Russia's economy is in the 'death zone' https://t.co/i3BqzQCiG0
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The report noted that higher demand from countries such as India, along with temporary U.S. waivers on Russian oil, has further supported exports.
However, experts warned that these gains mask deeper economic challenges. Inflation remains elevated, interest rates are high, and the economy is heavily dependent on war-related spending.
The report said the conflict has also shifted global attention away from Ukraine, potentially benefiting Moscow strategically.
Despite the current windfall, analysts cautioned that Russia’s economy faces long-term structural risks if underlying issues remain unresolved.
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