Graphic detail | Friends and foes
Who is supplying Russia’s arms industry?
New research traces the origin of crucial imports
DESPITE WESTERN sanctions, Russia’s arms industry is booming. Its production of crucial weapons for its war effort in Ukraine has dramatically increased since the start of the fighting. By the start of this year the monthly capacity for long-range missiles, for example, was thought to have more than doubled. The growth is made possible by new international suppliers, who provide parts, electronics and tools.
Explore more
More from Graphic detail
Two charts assess Donald Trump’s distinctive debate style
Johnson, our language columnist, compares Trump-speak with Harris-ese
Three charts show that America’s imports are booming
Here’s why that could spell trouble
What makes Europe so liveable?
Insights from the city liveability index
Why do Australians live so long?
A new study finds they far outlive people in other English-speaking countries
Has Ukraine’s shock raid successfully diverted Russian forces?
Insights from our war tracker
The best, and worst, American cities for upward mobility
A ranking of 50 metropolitan areas shows that the land of opportunity is far from even