On August 2, 2026, Ukraine unleashed a large-scale drone attack deep into Russian territory, killing two civilians and damaging several civilian facilities, Russian officials reported.
The assault involved more than 600 drones targeting multiple locations including the Moscow region, marking one of the most extensive drone operations since the war began in early 2022.
Among the damaged sites was a warehouse belonging to Wildberries, which has been repeatedly hit in recent weeks, underscoring the growing strain on Russia’s logistics and commercial networks.
Market watchers see this strike as a sign of rising tension and Ukraine's expanding military reach, potentially boosting confidence in Kyiv's ability to press for strategic gains, including the contested Crimea region.
Institutional confidence in risky assets has been on the rise lately, which some speculate could be linked to geopolitical shifts like these.
