Russia Defaults On Foreign Debt For First Time Since Bolshevik Revolution

Several sources have reported that Russia is defaulting on foreign debt for the first time since the Bolshevik Revolution in 1918.

Following the expiration of the grace period for its $100 million payment, reports indicate that Russia defaulted on its foreign debt on June 27 for the first time since 1918.

The Kremlin was required to pay $100 million in interest by May 27, but a 30-day grace period was established after investors failed to receive the necessary coupon payments for both...

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