The real economy is being drained of 7.3 trillion rubles worth of credit and spending power in just six months.
This is a massive withdrawal of liquidity. Which is not made up for by bank purchases of government debt. 1/2

We already knew what side he was on when he insisted on deference to Putin.

Thanks Andrew. I agree. Those in abundance do as they like. If those in abundance choose not to help those is scarcity, it is a moral flaw. It is the basis of morals that can be observed, because if those in scarcity get helped it is economically good for everyone.

Zelenski probably understands the risk to his safety in Saudi Arabia. Wasn't there a bit of bother there regarding the safety of some diplomatic visitors? Also Khashoggi didn't do too well on Saudi Arabian territory (the Saudi Arabian embassy in Turkey). mmmm...

Well at least we know which side he is on now.