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To: Joe NYC who wrote (73134)	12/24/2025 11:32:03 AM
From: rzborusa	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 73162

YouTube does not have warning for fake videos / scams / AI generated "content". There should totally be a warning. YouTube just happily pocket ad revenue from retards who can't tell the difference. Right, that works with what i posted in part: This might be a good time to hit the comments with the truth, See, I am a retard if I agree or disagree. I am rubber, you are glue. Bounces off me and sticks to u.

To: Joe NYC who wrote (73134)

12/24/2025 10:40:50 PM

From: THE WATSONYOUTH

Respond to of 73162

...Russkie priorities.....looks like YOU will be getting a raise next year.....do keep us all apprised

Yes, it is true. The Russian federal budget for 2026 (signed in late 2025) shows a significant shift in priorities. While "national defense" spending is actually projected to see a slight nominal decrease, the budget for domestic security and propaganda is set to hit record highs.

This suggests a strategy where the Kremlin is focusing more on internal stability and information control as the war in Ukraine continues.

1. Large Increases for PropagandaThe 2026 budget allocates record-breaking sums to state-run media and "information policy."

Total Media Budget: Funding for mass media is set to rise to approximately 146.3 billion rubles ($1.78 billion), a significant increase from previous years.
State Television: The most dramatic jump is for state TV channels (like Channel One and Rossiya 1), with some reports indicating a 54% increase in their specific subsidies compared to earlier plans.
Digital Warfare: The budget includes dedicated funding for "Internet propaganda," including promoting pro-Kremlin content on Telegram, YouTube, and news aggregators to capture younger audiences.
"Russia in the World": A new project to promote "traditional Russian values" abroad has seen its budget more than double to roughly 11.9 billion rubles.

2. Increases for Domestic SecurityWhile the front-line "national defense" budget is projected to drop slightly (from roughly 13.5 trillion to 12.9 trillion rubles), the budget for "national security and law enforcement"—which funds the police, the National Guard (Rosgvardia), and intelligence services—is increasing.

The Shift: Domestic security spending is set to rise by about 11–13%, reaching a record 3.91 trillion rubles ($47 billion).
The Goal: Analysts suggest this increase is intended to strengthen the system of domestic repression and ensure control over the population as economic pressures from the war increase.

3. Where is the money coming from?To pay for these increases while facing a widening deficit, the Russian government is implementing several austerity measures for the general public:

VAT Increase: The Value Added Tax (VAT) is set to rise from 20% to 22% in 2026.
Social Cuts: Funding for veterans and compensation for the families of killed or wounded soldiers is being reduced by about 25%.
Infrastructure & Health: Significant cuts are planned for rural development, the aviation industry, and certain healthcare programs.

Summary Table: Russian 2026 Budget Priorities

Category	Trend	2026 Planned Amount
National Security	?? Up 13%	3.91 Trillion Rubles
State Propaganda	?? Up 7-54%	146.3 Billion Rubles
National Defense	?? Down 4%	12.9 Trillion Rubles
Social Support for Military	?? Down 25%	58 Billion Rubles