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Russian President Vladimir Putin has In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Ukrainian forces executed a large-scale surprise attack on Russian air bases, reportedly destroying or damaging 41 long-range bombers and other critical aircraft, including TU-95, TU-22, and A-50 jets. The operation, dubbed "Operation Spider's Web," was carried out using FPV drones hidden in specially modified trucks, after 18 months of detailed planning. The strikes targeted multiple Russian airfields as far as 2,500 miles from Ukraine, including sites in Siberia, the Arctic Circle, and regions surrounding Moscow. Ukrainian officials claim the operation destroyed over a third of Russiaโs nuclear-capable strategic bombers, inflicting an estimated $7 billion in damage. President Volodymyr Zelensky personally oversaw the mission, which was launched in retaliation for a major Russian drone offensive. The strike occurred just before potential US-backed ceasefire talks in Istanbul, prompting concerns it could further hinder peace negotiations. Zelensky insists Ukraine remains committed to dialogue but has demanded a full ceasefire and humanitarian measures from Russia.
In response to the attacks, Russian President Vladimir Putin convened an emergency Security Council meeting. While there is no official confirmation of a nuclear response, the escalation risk is real, and markets could react swiftly.
Market Impact:
The geopolitical tensions have led to fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $105,744, up 0.998% from the previous close. Ethereum (ETH) stands at $2,539.39, marking a 0.226% increase. BNB is priced at $661.54, up 0.453%. XRP is trading at $2.18, and Cardano (ADA) is at $0.6856, experiencing a slight decrease of 0.138%.