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Welcome to our monthly conversation with Konstantin, who is one of the most respected voices on YouTube about what is happening Inside Russia. Konstantin Samoilov is a well-known YouTuber whose channel ‘Inside Russia’ comments insightfully on Russia’s decent into authoritarianism over the last few years. But now, like many others, he’s outside Russia, with no idea of when he can return there. ---------- Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain The Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community: - 1 armoured battle-ready pickup We are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles? https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain - The 38th Marine Brigade, who alone held Krynki for 124 days, receiving the Military Cross of Honour. - The 1027th Anti-aircraft and artillery regiment. Honoured by NATO as Defender of the Year 2024 and recipient of the Military Cross of Honour. - 104th Separate Brigade, Infantry, who alone held Kherson for 100 days, establishing conditions for the liberation of the city. - 93rd Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar", Black Raven Unmanned Systems Battalion ---------- DESCRIPTION: Inside Russia's Shrinking Economy and the Struggle for Power: An In-depth Discussion Join Konstantin and Jonathan in a detailed analysis of the economic and military conditions within Russia as the country grapples with its authoritarian descent and ongoing war. Constantin provides insights into the impacts of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, the role of American sanctions, and the financial strain on Russia's military complex. They also explore the concerning state of Russia's civilian economy, recruitment challenges for the armed forces, and potential geopolitical strategies of the Kremlin. The conversation concludes with reflections on the deeper issue of widespread loss of humanity and empathy among the Russian populace. This episode invites viewers to understand the far-reaching consequences of Russia's internal policies and actions during this critical period. ---------- CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:43 Ukraine's Strategic Strikes on Russian Oil Infrastructure 03:16 Impact of Sanctions and Oil Market Dynamics 06:38 Russia's Economic Struggles and Future Projections 20:57 Military Spending and Potential Threats 28:19 Understanding Russia's Internal Crisis 28:58 The Role of Ordinary Russians in the Conflict 34:44 The Two-Speed Economy of Russia 36:20 Economic Struggles and Military Prioritization 43:49 Recruitment Challenges and Mobilization 51:48 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action ---------- LINKS: @INSIDERUSSIA https://www.patreon.com/insiderussia INSIDE RUSSIA is a source of current news on Russia - Konstantin carefully selects 9 news stories that are important and really matter, with commentaries and analyses by Konstantin delivered daily to channel patrons at Patreon.com Get your access to daily news updates at patreon.com/INSIDERUSSIA ---------- SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISER A project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ----------