The city of Odesa has recently faced intense shelling, resulting in climbing casualties and widespread damage. Recent reports indicate that missile and drone attacks have led to 36 casualties, including a tragic loss of a child. The attackers used a record number of Shahed drones, coordinating strikes from multiple directions, causing severe infrastructural damage. Emergency services have completed rescue operations, confirming the deaths of eight people and injuries to sixteen others. The continued attacks have also left parts of the city without electricity and water, with significant destruction in residential areas and critical infrastructure. This ongoing assault underscores the strategic importance of Odesa as a pivotal port city in Ukraine, with Russian forces aiming to disrupt its economic lifelines.
What is the current casualty count in Odesa due to attacks?
The casualty count in Odesa from recent attacks is currently 36, including the death of a child. These figures have resulted from waves of missile and drone strikes targeting residential areas, further highlighting the critical humanitarian impact of the ongoing conflict.
How has the recent shelling impacted Odesa's infrastructure?
The recent shelling in Odesa has severely impacted infrastructure, causing power outages and damaging residential and critical facilities. The strategic targeting of infrastructure extends efforts to undermine the city's economic operations, especially given its significance as a major port city in Ukraine.
What types of attacks has Odesa recently faced?
Odesa has faced a series of missile and drone attacks, notably from Russian forces using Shahed drones. These attacks have been launched in coordinated waves from various directions, including Crimea, aiming to maximize the damage to both civilian and military objectives in the region.
How are emergency services responding to the attacks in Odesa?
Emergency services in Odesa have been actively involved in rescue and recovery operations. They have completed efforts in several attack areas, confirming casualties and providing critical assistance to the injured. These services remain pivotal in helping manage the aftermath and continued threats posed by ongoing hostilities.
Why is Odesa a significant target for Russian forces?
Odesa holds strategic importance as Ukraine's main port city, crucial for grain exports and other economic activities. The attacks form part of a broader strategy to undermine Ukraine's economic stability by disrupting key infrastructure, thereby exerting additional pressure on the country's war efforts.
Has the power supply been restored in Odesa following the shelling?
The power supply in parts of Odesa remains disrupted due to the recent shelling. Utility services are working on repairs, but there is no fixed timeline for the restoration as assessments and repairs continue amid ongoing threats of further attacks.
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Enemy attacked Odesa overnight: business center has been damaged; one person has been injured (updated). PHOTOS On the night of September 30, Russian troops attacked Odesa. The attack damaged infrastructure, specifically, a business center. One person was injured. 1 397 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia attacked Odesa’s infrastructure overnight and this morning: there is damage and casualties During the night and early morning of September 29, the enemy attacked infrastructure in Odesa, causing a fire. Work is also continuing on a high-rise building damaged during a previous strike. 1 393 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia has attacked Odesa: medical and educational facilities have been damaged. VIDEO On the night of 24 September, Russian troops attacked Odesa. The strike damaged medical and educational facilities, as well as residential buildings. 1 979 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Ten people, including two rescuers, injured in Russian double-tap strike on central Odesa. VIDEO+PHOTOS The enemy attacked central Odesa twice in succession. The second strike occurred while emergency and rescue services were dealing with the aftermath of the attack and helping people. 2 947 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russians strike central Odesa: seven now injured, one in serious condition, administrative building damaged (updated) Today, September 18, Russian forces attacked a crowded area in central Odesa. 2 888 9 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia attacked Odesa: six people injured, including two children (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 17 September, Odessa came under attack from Russian forces. A high-rise residential block was damaged as a result of the strike 2 084 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian strike on high-rise in Odesa destroyed flat of Ukrainian tennis player Yastremska: "Direct hit by ’Kalibr’ missile". VIDEO Yesterday’s Russian strike on a high-rise block in Odesa destroyed the flat of 26-year-old tennis player Dayana Yastremska. 7 966 26 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Enemy attacks Odesa region with missiles and drones: 20 injured, residential buildings damaged (updated). PHOTOS Another massive enemy missile and drone attack is ongoing. Russian troops are striking civilian infrastructure in the Odesa region. 2 845 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Missile strike on high-rise block in Odesa: death toll rises to two, emergency rescue operations completed. PHOTOS The death toll from the 12 September missile strike on a high-rise block in Odesa has risen. 3 394 19 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Enemy has struck Odesa again: infrastructure has been damaged On the afternoon of 12 September, the enemy launched yet another attack on Odesa. 1 689 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Missile strike on Odesa: high-rise building damaged, 16 injured, including a five-month-old baby (updated). PHOTOS In the early hours of 12 September, the enemy launched a missile attack on Odesa. A high-rise residential block was damaged as a result of the attack. 4 142 8 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
High-rise block in Odesa has been damaged as result of Russian attack: 17 people have been injured (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 3 September, Russian troops attacked Odesa. A high-rise residential block was damaged as a result of the enemy strike, and eight people were injured. 2 369 7 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian forces attacked Odesa with ’Banderols’ and KABs: buildings destroyed, 8 people injured, including child (updated). PHOTOS On the night of Tuesday 2 September 2026, Russian forces launched a massive attack on Odesa. 5 760 10 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia attacked Odesa: infrastructure, school and high-rise building damaged (updated). PHOTOS Odesa came under Russian attack for most of the night and into the morning. Infrastructure, an educational institution, and a high-rise building were damaged; no casualties have been reported. 2 590 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian strike on Odesa region on night of 9 August: number of casualties has risen to 13 The number of people injured as a result of the Russian Federation’s massive missile and drone attack on the Odesa region on the night of 9 August has risen to 13. 1 189 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russians strike Odesa: People injured, Chornomorets Stadium damaged Today, 7 August, Russian forces struck Odesa, leaving people injured. 1 966 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian forces launched missile strike on crowded area near market in suburb of Odesa: four injured (updated) On the morning of August 4, 2026, Russian forces launched an "Onyx" strike on the suburbs of Odesa. 8 346 14 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Rocket strike on Odesa: hospital damaged, there are casualties (updated). PHOTO Explosions were heard in Odesa on the afternoon of July 31. 4 568 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Drone carrying 50 kg of explosives falls into residential building in Odesa. VIDEO During another Russian attack on Odesa, a drone carrying an unexploded warhead fell onto a residential building. 3 564 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Ruscists hit Odesa: there is one fatality, several people injured, and house was hit (updated). PHOTO On the afternoon of 22 July 2026, the enemy attacked Odesa. 1 561 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Number of people injured in Russian attack rises to four in Odesa The number of people injured in the Russian attack on Odesa on the afternoon of 21 July has risen to four. 731 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Enemy attacked Odesa: residential building damaged, two people injured (updated). PHOTOS On the afternoon of 21 July, Russian invaders carried out yet another attack on Odesa. A residential building was damaged as a result of the enemy strike. 1 295 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Odesa declares 21 July day of mourning The Odesa City Council has declared 21 July a day of mourning for those killed in the Russian attack on the city on 20 July. 1 788 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russians strike Odesa region: 3 killed and 8 injured, infrastructure damaged. PHOTOS (updated) On Monday, 20 July, Russian forces struck the Odesa region. Fatalities and injuries reported. 2 989 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa Shelling of Odessa region
In Odesa, Red Cross volunteer Olena Arkhipova was killed in Russian missile strike. PHOTO Olena Arkhipova, a volunteer and first-aid instructor with the Ukrainian Red Cross, was killed during the Russian Federation’s night-time missile attack on Odesa. Her three children survived. 3 642 4 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine Shelling of Odesa
Consequences of strike on Odesa: number of casualties has risen to 10. PHOTOS As a result of the Russian missile attack on Odesa, the number of casualties has risen to 10, including children. Two people have been killed. 1 663 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Ruscists attacked Odesa with missiles: 2 dead, 6 wounded, including children. PHOTO On the evening of 16 July, Russian forces launched a missile attack on Odesa. There have been fatalities and injuries as a result of the strike. 5 035 11 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian strike on Kernel terminal destroyed 25,000 tonnes of sunflower oil The Russian army struck a Kernel sunflower oil transhipment terminal in the Odesa region. The attack damaged around 25,000 tonnes of produce, and a major fire destroyed half of the storage tanks. 1 940 18 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa Russian attack on the port in Odesa
16 July has been declared Day of Mourning in Odesa for those killed in Russian attack To honour the memory of those who lost their lives as a result of the enemy attack on the city on 15 July, 16 July has been declared a Day of Mourning in Odesa. 1 019 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian forces struck Odesa: three people were killed, and there are injured (updated). PHOTO On the morning of July 15, 2026, the enemy launched yet another attack on Odesa. 5 059 23 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia has launched two missiles at Odesa region: one person has been killed and another injured. PHOTOS On the afternoon of 14 July, Russian troops launched a missile strike on residential areas in the Odesa district. A 69-year-old woman was killed in the attack, and another man sustained shrapnel wounds. 1 213 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
"Russian leadership has lost its mind because of war," Zelenskyy said in response to Russia’s overnight strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine. PHOTOS Today, 13 July 2026, Russian forces carried out strikes on civilian targets in several cities across Ukraine. 5 423 23 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
The enemy struck transport infrastructure facility in Odesa: buses were on fire, and there are casualties (updated). PHOTO On the morning of 13 July 2026, Russian forces attacked Odesa. 2 359 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian forces launched missile strike on Odesa: two dead and three injured (updated) On the morning of 11 July 2026, Russian forces launched a missile strike on Odesa. 4 328 13 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russian attack on Odesa: death toll rises to four, six people injured As a result of the Russian attack on Odesa, four people were killed, and six others were injured. 2 432 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
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Charges have been brought against Russian military personnel who ordered missile strike on high-rise building in Odesa in April 2022 The Security Service, the Office of the Prosecutor General, and the National Police have gathered evidence against two members of the command structure of Russian armed groups who organized an airstrike on a 16-story residential building in Odesa on April 23, 2022. 742 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
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Enemy attacked Odesa with drones: Defense forces prevented any hits During the night and early morning of May 14, Russian forces launched several waves of attacks using strike drones against the Odesa region. 1 464 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa Massive combined attack
Russia attacked Odesa with drones: two people injured, cars caught fire (updated). PHOTO Russian occupiers have attacked Odesa with drones. 1 516 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Massive strike on Odesa: residential buildings, kindergarten and other facilities damaged, 18 injured. PHOTOS As a result of the enemy attack on Odesa, residential areas, civilian infrastructure, a kindergarten, a hotel and a shopping centre were damaged. At least 16 people were injured. 3 494 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russia attacked Odesa: 2 people killed, 17 injured, significant damage to residential buildings (updated). PHOTOS Two people were killed and a further 14 injured in a night-time drone attack on Odesa. Residential buildings have been damaged, and clean-up operations are ongoing. 4 929 11 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Missile and drone attack on Odesa: number of casualties has risen to 36, including one child The number of casualties in Odesa has risen following rocket and drone attacks on residential areas on the evening of April 15 and into the night of April 16. 785 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
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Russia uses record number of Shahed drones in attacks on Odesa – Pletenchuk Russia is using a record number of drones and missiles during strikes on Odesa, carrying out combined attacks from several directions, including from Crimea. 1 378 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa Shelling of Odessa region
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