Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the deteriorating economic situation in Russia, exacerbated by the ongoing war and recent comments from Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov, which have led to significant market reactions [1][4][7] - The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) index experienced its largest single-day drop in three years, falling 4.05% to 2563.3 points, marking the lowest level since December 2024, with major companies like Gazprom and Sberbank seeing declines of 4.1% and 4.9% respectively [1][4] - Analysts express concerns that the war-driven economic boom in Russia is over, with taxpayers facing increasing burdens due to rising taxes, contradicting the notion of "getting richer through war" [4][7] Group 2 - The military spending has led to a militarized economy in Russia, raising doubts about the Kremlin's ability to transition back to a peacetime economy, as many businesses and workers are reliant on defense contracts [4][7] - The market's reaction to Ryabkov's statements reflects a broader fear regarding the future of the war, particularly in light of potential military support for Ukraine from the U.S. [7][9] - The ongoing geopolitical tensions and the uncertainty surrounding U.S. military aid to Ukraine contribute to the volatility in the Russian stock market and overall economic outlook [7][9]