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Russian Missile Attack in Odesa City Center Leaves at Least 10 Dead, 47 Injured
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Russian Missile Attack in Odesa City Center Leaves at Least 10 Dead, 47 Injured
President Zelensky called these strikes not random, but demonstration attacks, adding: “Russia is showing its true intentions: only war.”
By Kyiv Post
Nov. 18
Appeal to UNESCO About Saving Odesa’s Cultural Heritage Sparks Controversy
Odesa
OPINION: Appeal to UNESCO About Saving Odesa’s Cultural Heritage Sparks Controversy
The battle to preserve the “polyphonic cosmopolitanism” of Ukrainian Odesa Intensifies.
By Anastasia Piliavsky, Ugo Poletti
Nov. 17
One Dead, Thousands Without Heating After Russian Strike on Odesa
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One Dead, Thousands Without Heating After Russian Strike on Odesa
The Thursday night strikes on the port city damaged residential buildings, the heating system, churches and educational institutions.
By AFP
Nov. 15
One Killed, 13 Injured in Russian Drone Attack on Odesa
Drones
One Killed, 13 Injured in Russian Drone Attack on Odesa
Multiple buildings and vehicles were on fire from the drone attack.
By Kyiv Post
Nov. 9
Kyiv Dismisses Z-Bloggers Claim Russia to End Missile Strikes on Ukraine as Propaganda
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Kyiv Dismisses Z-Bloggers Claim Russia to End Missile Strikes on Ukraine as Propaganda
Ukrainian officials say reason for recent drop off in missile attacks is because Russia is stockpiling them at strategic aviation airfields sufficient to carry out significant strikes if needed.
By Kyiv Post
Nov. 8
One Killed in Odesa, Four in Kharkiv as Russia Launches Another Night of Strikes on Ukraine
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One Killed in Odesa, Four in Kharkiv as Russia Launches Another Night of Strikes on Ukraine
Russian forces launched another massive air assault early morning on Friday, Nov. 8, exploiting combat drones and missiles to target residential areas across Ukrainian cities.
By Kyiv Post
Nov. 8
Disability Certificates Scandal: What Led to the Prosecutor General’s Resignation and What’s Next? in-depth
Zelensky
Disability Certificates Scandal: What Led to the Prosecutor General’s Resignation and What’s Next?
Dozens of prosecutors allegedly obtained disability certificates from a corrupt medical commission, triggering calls for reform. But will this prove decisive?
By Sergii Kostezh
Oct. 25
Ukrainian Pianist Alexey Botvinov Awarded Prestigious French Honor
France
Ukrainian Pianist Alexey Botvinov Awarded Prestigious French Honor
He found himself outside of Ukraine when the full-scale invasion began and has since then been raising funds for the Ukrainian cause with his concerts.
By Ugo Poletti
Oct. 17
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Russia Hits Civilian Ship in Black Sea, One Dead and Four Injured

Russia Hits Civilian Ship in Black Sea, One Dead and Four Injured

IN PICTURES: The Devastating Aftermath of Russian Missile Strike on Odesa's Historic Heart

IN PICTURES: The Devastating Aftermath of Russian Missile Strike on Odesa's Historic Heart

Odesa and the Fallout for Barbaric Russia, Accomplices and the West

OPINION: Odesa and the Fallout for Barbaric Russia, Accomplices and the West

Odesa in Kremlin’s Sights Again: A Week of Attacks on Port Facilities
Odesa
Odesa in Kremlin’s Sights Again: A Week of Attacks on Port Facilities
Several deadly strikes on the port infrastructure of southern Ukraine reveal Russia’s intention to cripple Ukraine’s agricultural industry and trade capacity in the run-up to winter.
By Ugo Poletti
Oct. 14
Russian Missile Strike on Odesa Kills Four, Including Teenager
Odesa
Russian Missile Strike on Odesa Kills Four, Including Teenager
The strike, which targeted a two-story building in the region on the evening of Thursday, Oct.10, hit what local media described as a farm.
By Kyiv Post
Oct. 11
Death Toll Rises to Eight in Russian Missile Attack on Odesa Port
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Death Toll Rises to Eight in Russian Missile Attack on Odesa Port
Six people were initially reported dead, but today two more people succumbed to their injuries in the hospital – victims of Russia’s missile attack Wednesday.
By Kyiv Post
Oct. 10
Russian Missile Attack on Ukraine Port Region Kills 6
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Russian Missile Attack on Ukraine Port Region Kills 6
The attack struck a civilian container ship flying the flag of Panama, according to the region's governor, Oleh Kiper.
By AFP
Oct. 10
‘The Winds Were Like Nothing I’ve Heard Before’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 10
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‘The Winds Were Like Nothing I’ve Heard Before’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 10
AFU blows up 400 Iran-provided Shahed drones in Russia; Another hurricane batters US, breaking records; Zelensky to meet with French and German leaders; Five killed by Russian missiles in Odesa.
By John Moretti
Oct. 10
Ukraine Says Russian Missile Strikes Civilian Ship in Odesa Port, Killing One
Odesa
Ukraine Says Russian Missile Strikes Civilian Ship in Odesa Port, Killing One
A 60-year-old Ukrainian cargo worker was killed, and five foreign nationals were injured.
By Kyiv Post
Oct. 8
Russian Drone Attack on Odesa Region Kills Three in Izmail
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Russian Drone Attack on Odesa Region Kills Three in Izmail
Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russian forces launched 32 Shahed drones overnight, alongside an Iskander-M/KM-23 ballistic missile and two X-22 cruise missiles.
By Kyiv Post
Sep. 27
Russia Strikes Odesa Outskirts with Cluster Warhead Rockets in Overnight Attack, Causing Casualties
Kharkiv
Russia Strikes Odesa Outskirts with Cluster Warhead Rockets in Overnight Attack, Causing Casualties
A married couple, born in 1958 and 1962, died in the suburbs of Odesa following a Russian missile attack, reportedly involving a banned cluster warhead.
By Kyiv Post
Sep. 15