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Wealthiest Russians fund 1% of Russia's state spending via 'voluntary' donations

Russia's wealthiest individuals have contributed over 1% of the government's spending this year through 'voluntary' wartime donations, as revealed by state budget documents. These donations were discussed in a closed-door meeting with President Vladimir Putin in March, attended by top businesspeople.