Russian Strikes on Odesa Cause Civilian Casualties and Damage to Key Infrastructure
A Russian airstrike on Thursday evening targeted a residential building and energy facilities in and around Odesa, Ukraine’s strategic Black Sea port city. The attack left one person dead, injured eight others, and disrupted critical heating services, according to Ukrainian officials.
Residential and Heating Infrastructure Severely Damaged
Oleh Kiper, the regional governor of Odesa, shared that a multi-story residential building in the city center suffered extensive damage, with fires breaking out in apartments and over 30 vehicles damaged by the blast. He reported that the attack also damaged Odesa’s primary central heating pipeline, leading to the temporary shutdown of a boiler plant essential for winter heating.
Heating for a local maternity hospital was also affected, intensifying concerns for vulnerable populations amid the ongoing conflict. Crews are working to restore services as quickly as possible.
Mixed Weapons in Attack on Odesa, Officials Say
Initial reports from Governor Kiper suggested that drones were used in the assault, but Odesa’s Mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov later described it as a “mass combined enemy strike,” indicating the possible use of other weaponry as well. Photos posted on Kiper’s Telegram account revealed heavy damage, with smoke pouring from the apartment building and firefighters working at the scene.
Odesa: A Recurring Target in Russia-Ukraine War
Odesa, known for its strategic importance due to its port facilities on the Black Sea, has been repeatedly targeted throughout the more than two-and-a-half-year war. Attacks on civilian infrastructure and energy facilities have intensified as winter approaches, placing further strain on residents and emergency services.
The assault underscores the ongoing risks for residents and the heightened impact of the conflict on essential infrastructure in key Ukrainian cities.
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