Zelenskiy: Russia Deploys Over 800 Drones in Ongoing Conflict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced that Russia has launched over 800 drones in its ongoing military campaign. This escalation heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially affecting risk appetite among investors and leading to increased volatility in regional markets. Russian assets, particularly equities and bonds, may face downward pressure as capital flows could shift towards safer havens amid heightened uncertainty. Traders will be particularly attentive to any subsequent military developments or international responses, especially the upcoming NATO meeting, which may influence the broader geopolitical landscape.

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