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Rising egg prices show cracks in sanctions-hit Russian economy
Rising egg prices show cracks in sanctions-hit Russian economy
Economy
by  AFP

Russians have voiced concern about the growing cost of a basic food staple -- eggs -- pointing to the fragile state of the sanctions-hit economy, as President Vladimir Putin seeks a fifth term in office. Eggs are a vital ingredient of many traditional Russian holiday dishes including the mayonnaise-heavy Russian "Olivier" salad, a staple of the New Year's feast.