Why Russia’s Economy is Actually So Pathetic

Go to to stay fully informed. Subscribe through my link for as little as $5/month or get 40% off unlimited access this month only. Can Russia still afford to fight its War in Ukraine? Russia has a very lackluster economy. But it really shouldn't. It's absolutely massive, after all - with tons of valuable land and materials. So why has Russia's economy always been so pathetic? This documentary covers the sad reality of Russia's economic story - from the Russian Empire, to the Soviet Union, to the rise of Putin and the Russian oligarchs during privatization. Please subscribe: The Icarus Project on Patreon: Merch Store: *Brief Selection of Some Sources Used In This Video:* Don't have time to read? Turn any source into audio with Speechify: For unbiased coverage of the Ukraine War, be sure to visit: