Ukraine Says Drone Hit Nuclear Fuel Facility Near Chernobyl

The article describes an Iranian-designed Shahed 136 drone used by Russian forces flying over Kyiv during a Russian drone and missile attack on Dec. 27. The event underscores ongoing escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war and continued use of unmanned systems in attacks. The geopolitical and defense implications are significant, with broad risk-off implications for markets.

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The article describes an Iranian-designed Shahed 136 drone used by Russian forces flying over Kyiv during a Russian drone and missile attack on Dec. 27. The event underscores ongoing escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war and continued use of unmanned systems in attacks. The geopolitical and defense implications are significant, with broad risk-off implications for markets.