Russian citizens are financing a $26 billion scientific initiative aimed at extending the lifespan of their political leadership. The state-funded programme focuses on radical anti-ageing technologies to prolong human life significantly.
Recent disclosures indicate that 73-year-old Vladimir Putin authorised expenditure equivalent to £630 ($800) per family to fund these longevity projects. The financial burden amounts to £154 ($196) per citizen, supporting medical advancements like artificial organ cultivation.