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拿俄罗斯经济开刀,就可能把普京逼上谈判桌?
Jin Shi Shu Ju·2025-05-22 08:48

Group 1: Russia's Military and Economic Situation - Russia shows little interest in peace negotiations with Ukraine, despite external pressures and potential new military offensives planned for summer [1] - The Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) analyst Jack Watling indicates that Russia's military equipment from Soviet times will be depleted by mid-autumn, limiting its ability to replenish losses [1] - Economic and military pressures within Russia, including sanctions on oil exports and military supplies, may eventually force Russia to negotiate [1] Group 2: Economic Challenges - Russia's economy is under severe strain due to international sanctions and domestic pressures, with inflation reaching 10.2% in April and the central bank maintaining high interest rates at 21% [2] - GDP growth in Russia has sharply declined from 4.5% in Q4 to 1.4% in Q1, indicating a potential technical recession [2][3] - The Russian Ministry of Economic Development predicts GDP growth will drop from 4.3% in 2024 to 2.5% this year, highlighting a loss of economic momentum [3] Group 3: Oil Prices and Revenue Impact - Oil prices have significantly decreased, with Brent crude at $64.94 per barrel and Urals crude at $59.97, leading to a projected 24% drop in oil and gas revenues for Russia [4] - The Russian Finance Ministry has revised its oil price forecast down from $69.7 to $56 per barrel, increasing the budget deficit expectation from 0.5% to 1.7% of GDP [4] - Analysts suggest that continued Western efforts to weaken the Russian economy could lead to a critical decision for Russia regarding the costs of ongoing military engagement [4]