🔴 Fewer uncomfortable truths for Putin

Hello and welcome to your essential guide to Russian politics and economics—written by Farida Rustamova and Margarita Liutova. This time, we start with a look at:

• How a sluggish economy has forced the Russian government to raise taxes;

• What lies behind the resignation of Putin confidante Dmitry Kozak? Why was it unusual? And what will his departure mean?

• L…