It started with one viral influencer complaining about Russia’s economy. Now a record 60% of Russians are pessimistic about their country’s outlook

Victoria Bonya's viral video criticizing Russia's economy sparked public discontent, correlating with a record 60% of Russians expressing pessimism about economic conditions according to a Gallup poll. The video highlighted issues like inflation, taxes, and government failures, while analysts note growing societal strain amid ongoing war and sanctions.