Russia Launches Major Nighttime Barrage Against Ukraine

Russia launched another large-scale nighttime missile and drone attack on Ukraine, maintaining sustained pressure on critical infrastructure and urban centers. The escalation reinforces geopolitical risk premiums in Eastern European assets, particularly affecting Russian and Ukrainian sovereign debt and local equities due to heightened instability and potential spillover risks. These attacks influence energy markets and regional capital flows, as investors reassess risk exposure to countries directly or indirectly involved in the conflict. The continuity of strikes underscores the fragility of any near-term de-escalation, keeping defense and energy sectors in focus. Traders will watch the next European Council meeting for signals on expanded sanctions or increased military support to Ukraine.

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