Downed Russian missile hits residential area in Odesa: Ukraine's Air Force reveals details
Photo: Aftermath of the shelling of Odesa (t.me/dsns_telegram)
Russia attacked Odesa with an Iskander-M ballistic missile. Ukrainian air defense shot down the target, but the fallen debris was recorded in the Prymorskyi residential city district, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.
Russian forces launched the missile strike at approximately 11:57 a.m. Kyiv time.
"Unfortunately, the intercepted missile fell into a residential area of the Prymorskyi district, bringing immense sorrow. There are killed and injured victims. Our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones," the statement said.
At 11:45 a.m. Kyiv time, air defense forces shot down a Russian Orlan-10 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) approaching the city, likely conducting aerial surveillance.
Photo: Aftermath of the shelling of Odesa (t.me/dsns_telegram)
"The enemy is deceitful and ruthless... Odesa remains under constant threat, with occupiers intentionally targeting densely populated cities using various types of missiles and combat drones, fully aware that civilian casualties will result," the Air Force added.
According to the State Emergency Service (SES) of the Odesa region, the consequences include:
- several dozen cars were on fire;
- 3 apartment buildings, a university building, and 2 administrative buildings were damaged;
- there was a threat of fire spreading to residential buildings.
“Rescuers and volunteers extinguished the fire on a total area of 500 square meters. In cooperation with other operational services, the victims were provided with assistance,” the SES said.
Strikes on Odesa
The Russian army has intensified attacks on Odesa over the past two days, causing severe damage and casualties. On November 17, Russian troops launched a large-scale strike targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving Odesa in a critical state regarding electricity supply. Two energy workers were killed in the region during the assault.
Today, November 18, Russian forces continued their shellings, targeting the residential buildings in Odesa. Current reports indicate 10 killed and 43 injured victims, including 4 children.
