The Z-patriot admitted that the tactics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are effective, and Russia is on the verge of collapse.

The Ukrainian campaign against Russia has led to a significant blow to the Russian economy, as noted by Z-blogger Maxim Kalashnikov. In his blog, he discussed the devastating consequences of the war for the Russian economy.

Economic Losses of Russia

Maxim Kalashnikov emphasized that the armed conflict with Ukraine is becoming a global destruction for Russia, primarily on the economic front. He made this statement while commenting on the dynamics of oil revenues.

Kalashnikov noted: “The war is being waged with the aim of completely destroying the Russian Federation, and it will primarily hit the economy. The fall in oil revenues amid low prices is a heavy blow.” According to him, the defeat can be seen not only in the possible offensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine but also in the economic crisis the country is experiencing. “This has already happened in world history,” he added.

Strikes on Oil and Gas Infrastructure

Analyzing the situation, the blogger pointed to the strikes by Ukrainian drones and missiles on Russian oil refining and gas pumping enterprises. These actions indicate a large-scale and targeted Ukrainian strategy aimed at reducing the economic power of the adversary.

Kalashnikov noted that already about “17%” of oil refining capacities have been put out of action. “A fuel crisis is developing, and calls for fuel consumption rationing are getting louder,” he added.

Expert Agreement

Israeli military observer Yigal Levin supported Kalashnikov’s opinion. He noted that Ukraine’s attacks on Russian energy facilities are a deliberate step aimed at the economic destabilization of Russia.

Levin emphasized that “this is a systematic campaign aimed precisely at the economic crushing of Russia.” The expert pointed to historical examples where countries suffered defeat without losing their capital.

Historical Parallels

The observer noted that “to suffer defeat, it is not necessary for the capital to be taken.” He cited the example of Germany in World War I, where a catastrophe occurred despite the absence of enemy armies on its territory.

Criticism of Economic Policy

It is also worth noting that Z-channels expressed dissatisfaction with the Kremlin’s initiative to increase the value-added tax. Such a policy also reflects the authorities’ inability to adapt to the current situation.

Earlier, there were reports of disrupted plans for various operations and opinions on the reasons for concern within Russian military circles.