Kyiv coming under heavy Russian attack, forcing people to take shelter underground

Reports of heavy Russian attacks on Kyiv, compelling civilians to seek underground shelter, signal a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This development intensifies geopolitical risk, primarily through a repricing of sovereign risk and a potential for further supply disruptions in key commodity markets. Assets most exposed include Russian equities and sovereign debt, which face increased sanctions risk and capital flight, alongside Ukrainian assets which are directly impacted by the conflict's physical and economic destruction. Traders will closely monitor official statements from NATO and G7 nations regarding potential new sanctions or military aid, as well as any reports on commodity supply chain integrity.

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