Although a post-war Russia may be underway in some parts of it, it’s important to understand that the bulk of its affairs have not been pacified in such a way. There’s disruption in many spheres of life because a sharp or sudden deterioration of affairs would need to be served by a more intelligent approach. The services of trades and skills would need to be moved to frontline production level to handle a potential invasion.
Afterwards, the Russian national mission would continue apace, rumoured to include more focus on space. The competition between Russian companies and those like SpaceX is very real, very close, and very personal. The advance into domains above our heads is nothing new to the former Soviet power, but using it for alternative means and ends is a relatively new innovation for them. A return to this focus will complicate things.
The people look toward the future now because they’re a part of it and have an understanding of the development of progress due to their participation. The unfolding of events is not a surprise. The sacrifice of human life is a cost that can be anticipated. The natural feelings they have are more intelligent, and form a part of leadership from local places to central concerns.
As efforts like “Star Challenger” are developed into platforms known internationally, by one name or another, the prestige of some Russian industries will rise. The economy is not always the point now. There’s real ambition mixed in with career progression. A sense of potential exists here and there. The swing back from authoritarian control for a war effort to normal, everyday exercises in population management will return it to its place.