Russia attacks Odesa region: Residential buildings damaged, one injured
Illustrative photo: Emergency crews clear the aftermath of a Russian attack (Ukraine's State Emergency Service)
Russian forces have launched another attack on Ukraine's Odesa region, damaging residential buildings and vehicles. At least one person has reportedly been injured, according to the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration Oleh Kiper.
Homes and vehicles were damaged
Russian forces continue to target civilian infrastructure in the Odesa region. During the latest attack, seven residential buildings and several cars belonging to local residents were damaged in the Odesa district.
"The enemy continues its relentless terror against the civilian population of the Odesa region," Kiper said.
Consequences are being clarified
Specialized services remain on-site to document the impact of the attack and establish the full scale of the destruction.
According to Kiper, the consequences of the strike are still being clarified, meaning the number of damaged properties and casualties could change once inspections are complete.
Regional authorities urged residents not to ignore air raid alerts and to follow safety instructions during the threat of further attacks.
What is known so far
As of now, seven residential buildings and several civilian vehicles in the Odesa district have been confirmed damaged. Preliminary reports indicate that one person was injured in the Russian strike. Final details regarding the impact of the attack will be published once emergency services complete their work on-site.
Russia continues to launch regular drone attacks on the Odesa region, targeting civilian infrastructure. During one such attack on August 5, residential buildings and a local business were damaged, leaving one person dead and several civilians injured.
