Having heard from Ukraine President Zelenskiy that Kyiv managed to stop Russian troops from most directions, the nation’s Government Adviser mentioned that today will be hardest day.

“Russian plan is to use tanks to break through into Kyiv,” adds the diplomat.

Elsewhere, Deputy Ukrainian Defence Minister mentioned that Russian military may reach areas near Kiev today.

Market reaction

The news failed to offer any major impact as S&P 500 Futures seesaw around 0.50% whereas the US Dollar Index pare the previous day’s gains.

Read: Ukraine President Zelenskiy: Russian troops stopped from advancing in most directions