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⚡ Markets: Increases tail risk of a direct NATO-Russia conflict, which would be extremely bearish for European equities and the Euro. Boosts demand for safe-haven assets like the US dollar and gold, and could cause spikes in European natural gas prices.EURUSDGoldDAXEU Natgas
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning to European leaders, stating that any deployment of their troops on Ukrainian soil would be considered a direct act of war against Russia. The statement represents a significant escalation in rhetoric aimed at deterring deeper NATO involvement in the conflict.
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