Russia: Huge flames and smoke rise over St Petersburg after drone strikes

Huge flames and smoke rose over St Petersburg, Russia's second-largest city, after a Ukrainian drone attack on Sunday. The attack sparked fires at industrial and logistics facilities, causing significant damage and disruption. This escalation in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine could lead to increased tensions and instability in the region, which may have a negative impact on global markets and trade. The ongoing conflict may also affect the Russian economy, potentially influencing the performance of the RTS Index.

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A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on St Petersburg has sparked fires and damage, escalating the conflict. This escalation could lead to increased uncertainty and volatility in global markets.

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