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Russian forces launched multiple attacks across Ukraine, resulting in at least one death and dozens of injuries, including children, in regions such as Kherson, Chernihiv, Nikopol, Izium, and Odesa. The strikes damaged residential buildings, a DIY hypermarket, and other civilian infrastructure.
Ukraine celebrated its Independence Day with President Zelensky stating the nation desires peace but will not surrender to Russia at any cost. The day was marked by solidarity from international leaders and continued conflict, including a drone crash in Chernihiv injuring 15 people.
Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Odesa, with the head of the region's military administration, Oleh Kiper, reporting that an Epicentr hypermarket was set on fire.
Russia has launched a massive attack on Ukraine's Odesa region, resulting in three injuries.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has arrested a National Guard officer in the Odesa region, accused of leaking combat information to Russian military intelligence.
Ukrainian attacks have reportedly damaged key Russian frigates and forced the Black Sea Fleet to withdraw to port, while Russian strikes killed 16 in Kyiv and the surrounding region. These developments have led to a significant increase in global wheat prices.
In the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa, a group of young adults, primarily women, are participating in a survival weekend as an alternative to forced military recruitment, sharing a passion for an independent Ukraine.
Russia is reportedly employing a US$100,000 'missile spam' tactic known as 'The Banderol' to terrorize the Ukrainian city of Odesa.
The number of people injured in the Odesa region as a result of Russian attacks on August 17 has increased to nine, with children among the casualties.
In recent months the name "Banderol" has been increasingly cropping up in Ukrainian social media communities that track the weapons Russia uses in its attacks on Ukraine.
Grandmothers in Odesa are dedicated to caring for Ukraine's stray animals, emphasizing that these creatures would not survive without their help. Their efforts highlight the ongoing humanitarian and animal welfare crisis in the region.
In Odesa, Ukraine, two elderly women are dedicated to caring for dozens of stray animals, enduring nights of heavy shelling and power outages. Their efforts highlight the challenges faced by animal welfare during the ongoing conflict.
Russia has reportedly struck an Odesa port terminal that was recently acquired by a Swiss investor, raising concerns about international business interests in the region.
A former Ukrainian submarine commander who defected to Russia was killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, with unconfirmed reports identifying the victim as a Russian serviceman. This incident follows other Ukrainian military actions, including the destruction of a Russian command post and claims of damaging air defense systems in Crimea.
Only 159 ships docked in Odesa port in July, a significant decrease compared to 400 ships in the same month last year, according to Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Infrastructure.
Bomb disposal experts in Odesa recovered the remains of an enemy UAV that hit an apartment on the fifth floor of a high-rise building during an attack on the night of August 12.
A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet crashed and caught fire during a combat mission in the Odesa region on August 10, with Ukrainian Air Force reporting the pilot attempted to save the aircraft.
Since mid-July, Russia has reportedly changed its tactics for using drones in the Odesa region, including periodically deploying Banderol loitering munitions and Shahed-238 jet-powered drones.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian oil-refining city of Nizhnekamsk, located deep within Russia, has killed 13 people, including a child. This marks one of the deadliest Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory in two years.
Moscow launched a missile attack on Ukraine's Odesa region overnight, injuring at least 14 people and leaving approximately 300,000 families without electricity.
Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of carrying out lethal attacks, with reports indicating damage to the Odesa port amidst the ongoing conflict.
Rusko Ministarstvo odbrane je navelo da su pogođena skladišta goriva "korišćena u interesu" ukrajinske vojske u lukama Odesa i Čornomorsk, kao i u naseljima Biljari i Novi Biljari u blizini Odese
Taras, a four-year-old lion cub rescued from the war in Ukraine and brought to a Minnesota sanctuary, is now fighting a rare and often fatal fungal infection. Taras was found as a four-month-old cub in a duffel bag at Odesa railway station.
Ukraine’s agricultural shipments could fall by more than half this season after Russian attacks disrupted Black Sea ports, threatening the country’s biggest source of export revenue.
Ukraine has launched drone attacks on two oil refineries located deep within Russian territory, causing significant damage and fires. This action marks a continued effort by Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure.
A Russian missile attack on Kyiv killed at least 17 people and injured dozens, prompting Ukraine to urgently request more air defense interceptors from international allies. Ukrainian officials also reported the arrest of Russian agents accused of coordinating strikes and identified Russian troops involved in the attacks.
Despite being a war-affected city, Odesa's beaches are bustling with visitors enjoying the summer, swimming, and listening to music, creating a bizarre paradox amidst the conflict.
Russian attacks on port infrastructure in the Odesa region could cost Ukraine's agricultural sector between $1.5 billion and $3 billion if maritime exports are significantly restricted.
Residents of Odesa are enjoying swimming and sunbathing during the summer, even as air raid alerts continue to be a part of daily life. This reflects a resilience in adapting to wartime conditions while seeking normalcy.
Russia has switched to more deadly tactics in the war in Ukraine, using mass missile attacks against Kyiv and other major Ukrainian cities, and keeping the Odesa port under constant fire, in an attempt to deter Kyiv from attacking Russian territory.
A mother's desperate attempts to save her son failed in a Kuala Terengganu fire, while in Ukraine's Odesa region, a mother accidentally ran over and killed her son.
An unknown armed assailant opened fire at employees of a military commissariat in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, injuring four people, one of whom is in serious condition.
Romania's Ministry of Defence issued an air-raid warning in the border county of Tulcea, which borders Odesa Oblast, on the morning of 2 August, due to an aerial asset coming from Ukraine.
Ukraine hit Russian oil refineries several times, while Russia struck Dnipropetrovsk and a cargo vessel near Odesa.
An exhibition titled 'Kherson: Not Stolen' has opened at the Odesa Museum of Western and Eastern Art, featuring works inspired by art pieces that Russian occupiers stole from museums and galleries in Kherson.
Russian forces have launched strikes on energy and infrastructure facilities in the Kharkiv and Odesa regions of Ukraine, injuring one civilian in Kharkiv.
Two cars exploded in Odesa on Tuesday evening, with one incident resulting in the death of the driver and injury to a passenger. Police in the Odesa region confirmed the explosions.
Ukraine's foreign minister warned his Iranian counterpart against escalation and providing support to Russia, following an incident in the Caspian Sea. This diplomatic exchange aims to de-escalate tensions between the two nations.
The Golden Leo, a ship that was struck by Russian forces near Odesa on July 19, has reportedly sunk.
Following an attack on the vessel MG AGN Ragnar at Odesa Port in Ukraine, two of the four Indian nationals on board have been reported missing, while the other two are safe.
A Ukrainian ship, damaged near Odessa, has arrived at the Port of Constanța, Romania. Images show the extent of the damage sustained during the attack.
Ukraine's State Property Fund has announced the privatization auction for the Kotovsk Winery in the Odesa region, with a starting price of UAH 24.8 million.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Manila to discuss the Ukraine war, with Russia reiterating its readiness for negotiations but warning the US against continued arms sales to Kyiv. Rubio reaffirmed the US commitment to Ukraine, while Lavrov expressed pessimism about the talks.
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, for a second time. The attacks have caused significant damage and financial losses for sellers, bringing the war closer to ordinary Russians.
Russian forces have reportedly struck the Ukrainian cities of Zaporizhzhia and Odesa, resulting in deaths and injuries.
The Russian secret service has killed a man during his arrest, alleging he was planning an attack on infrastructure. This incident follows a recent Russian attack on Odesa that resulted in three deaths and eight injuries.
Four Indian citizens were confirmed dead on a vessel attacked by Russia in the Black Sea, bringing the total number of fatalities in the Odessa incident to 10. This marks a deadly escalation for commercial shipping in the region.
Russian strikes have intensified on merchant ships in the Black Sea, with local authorities reporting 28 fatalities in the Odesa region in July alone due to these attacks.
A Russian missile strike hit a Turkish cargo ship carrying grain in the Black Sea near Odesa, resulting in the deaths of at least five crew members and several others missing. Ukraine has blamed Russia for the deadly attack on the civilian vessel.
Ukrainian drone attacks targeted Russian logistics centers, including a Wildberries warehouse storing drone components, and an oil depot in the Moscow region, resulting in at least seven deaths. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the strikes on two significant logistics facilities in Russia.
A Red Cross instructor, known for teaching others to save lives, was killed in a Russian attack on Odesa. Another man was also killed in the same Russian strike on the city.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine will open the archives of its security and intelligence services related to the Volyn tragedy, a move welcomed by Poland. This decision comes amidst ongoing discussions and protests in Kyiv, and recent personnel changes within Zelenskyy's administration.
Russian forces launched missile and drone attacks on Odesa overnight, killing two people and injuring six others, including three children, marking the second deadly strike on the city in three days.
Russian forces have launched a series of strikes across Ukraine, resulting in multiple civilian deaths and injuries in Kharkiv Oblast, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa. Educational facilities and infrastructure have also sustained damage in these attacks.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the privatization terms for the Odesa Port Plant, setting a starting price of UAH 4.3 billion, alongside the sale of two sanctioned assets.
Russian forces have once again attacked Odesa, resulting in the deaths of three people and the hospitalization of three others. The overnight attack also caused damage to residential buildings in the city.
A Russian drone attack in Odesa Oblast damaged industrial buildings, vehicles, and infrastructure facilities, though no casualties were reported.
Russian forces launched attacks on Zaporizhzhia and the Odesa region, resulting in the deaths of two people in Zaporizhzhia and three sailors on a foreign vessel in the Odesa region. Multiple others were injured, including a child in Zaporizhzhia, and a gas station and school were hit in Kherson.
Russian forces launched a series of missile and drone attacks across multiple Ukrainian regions, including Kherson, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Sloviansk, and Dnipropetrovsk. The strikes resulted in at least six civilian deaths and dozens of injuries, including children.
Israeli philanthropic organizations are expanding educational centers for injured children in Ukraine, with a similar center already open in Odesa and plans for further expansion.
Russian forces launched drone and missile attacks across Ukraine, hitting a gas station in Zaporizhzhia, a passenger minibus in Kherson, and a border village in Kharkiv Oblast, resulting in multiple injuries and fatalities.
A Russian strike on Odesa on the evening of July 8 resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to six others.
Russia conducted missile attacks on the Ukrainian cities of Kyiv and Odesa overnight, according to local authorities. Several people were reported injured in the strikes.
Russian forces launched a deadly attack on Kyiv, killing at least 14 people and causing significant damage to apartments, marking the second major strike in less than a week. The attack occurred just ahead of a crucial NATO summit.
Donald Trump held separate phone conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with Ukraine being a key topic of discussion. Zelensky also congratulated Trump on U.S. Independence Day during their call.
Russian missile strikes targeted civilian infrastructure in Ukraine, hitting a food warehouse in the Odesa region and gas stations in the Poltava region. These attacks resulted in multiple injuries across both areas.
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has apprehended an agent of Russia's FSB who was gathering intelligence on the locations of Ukrainian Defense Forces in Odesa and its surrounding region.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that while Russia is attempting to fully block Ukraine's Black Sea maritime corridor, several ships continue to enter and exit Odesa's ports daily.
Russian forces launched an attack on a power facility in Ukraine's Odesa region, resulting in a partial loss of power across the area.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that holding elections during wartime would 'destroy' Ukraine and claimed that Russia plans to mobilize at least 300,000 more troops after its upcoming elections. He also discussed a rift with Ukraine's dismissed defense minister Fedorov and met with US senators to discuss sanctions and ballistic missile defense.
Russian attacks across Ukraine have resulted in at least six deaths and 26 injuries, with civilian infrastructure in the Odesa Oblast being particularly targeted. A teenager was among those injured in the overnight strikes on the Odesa region.
A Russian drone strike on a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, resulted in at least 15 deaths and over 130 injuries, including many children. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and EU officials condemned the attack as an act of terror.
Bathers in the Odesa region are witnessing daily aerial offensives by Moscow, which are once again blocking the area's ports, while Ukraine responds with similar operations in what is being called the 'second battle of the Black Sea'.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged that Ukrainian attacks are causing damage to Russia's logistics and warehouse facilities and has ordered a program to rebuild them. Despite the damage, Putin insisted that the impact on the Russian economy is not critical.
Russia has threatened the UK with 'consequences' over its alleged supply of drones to Ukraine. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian man has been convicted in Germany for a Russian-organized parcel bomb plot, receiving a prison sentence.
O dronă ce pare că a fost lansată de Rusia asupra unei ţinte în Ucraina a pătruns luni după-amiază în spaţiul aerian al Republicii Moldova şi a explodat după ce s-a prăbuşit pe un câmp, fără să se…
Russia claims to have struck two Ukrainian ships in the Black Sea, while a Russian drone reportedly crossed into Moldovan airspace during an attack on Ukraine. Separately, a Greek-run tanker carrying Russian oil was also attacked in the Black Sea.
Russian forces attacked postal facilities and other civilian sites in Kramatorsk and Odesa, resulting in one fatality and at least six injuries.
Ukraine has claimed responsibility for striking a Russian rocket and space center in Samara, deep within Russian territory, using its new 'Flamingo' missiles. President Zelenskyy released a video confirming the attack on what he described as a critical facility supporting a Starlink-style network.
Russian drone attacks on Ukraine's southern Odesa region, a key grain hub, have injured one person and damaged buildings and warehouses, raising fears over global food prices. These strikes follow previous attacks on a minibus in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Ukrainian investigators have recovered the flight data recorder from a MiG-29 fighter jet that crashed on August 10 in Odesa Oblast during a combat mission and are attempting to analyze its data.
Ukraine has reportedly ceased attacks on tankers following a US request, but continues to target Russian ports, with recent drone strikes causing damage and operational halts at grain terminals and an oil refinery in Novorossiysk and Orsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine's ombudsman reports at least 375 Ukrainian deaths in Russian captivity, and law enforcement has charged Russian detention center staff with torture.
Russian forces attacked a petrol tanker carrying oil in Odesa Oblast, setting the lorry and another car on fire and killing two people.
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has launched a criminal investigation into the crash of a Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet in Odesa Oblast and is searching the wreckage for its 'black box'.
A Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet crashed in the Odesa region during a combat mission, but the pilot successfully ejected. The incident occurred as the aircraft was on an operational flight.
Russian forces have reportedly struck a bridge at Maiaky in Odesa Oblast, an action interpreted by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) as an attempt to disrupt not only maritime but also land-based agricultural exports from Ukraine.
A Russian attack on the Odesa region resulted in 14 injuries, with one person in critical condition, and caused power outages for over 128,000 customers, many of whom have since had their power restored.
Russia and Ukraine engaged in a series of intense overnight strikes, leading to at least seven deaths and numerous injuries across both countries. Russian attacks targeted residential areas and port infrastructure in Ukraine, including Odesa, Kharkiv, and Zhytomyr regions.
Michael Odesanya, a physically challenged former Lagos administrator who served for 30 years, recounts his difficult experience of becoming an 'executive beggar' due to prolonged delays in receiving his retirement benefits.
A Russian attack on Odesa has caused significant damage to the Chornomorets Stadium, one of Ukraine's largest football venues. The strike resulted in a large hole in the stadium and left two people injured.
A 16-year-old boy sustained injuries in the Izmail District of Ukraine's Odesa region following an enemy attack.
German counter-terrorism police are investigating the discovery of an explosive drone near a runway at Leipzig Airport, which collided with a cargo plane, raising concerns of a potential 'hybrid' Russian attack. German media and officials suggest Russia's involvement, while the Russian embassy has reacted to the accusations.
Russian forces have destroyed several logistics warehouses in Ukraine, including those storing products for Toyota, PUMA, Liqui Moly, and Intertop Ukraine. These attacks are expected to cause supply delays and significant economic impact.
Despite constant alarms and the threat of new Russian attacks, beaches in Odesa are reportedly full of swimmers enjoying the hot weather, a defiant act amidst the ongoing danger.
Lanžeron beach in Odesa is reportedly packed with people enjoying the summer sun, swimming, and listening to music, creating a surreal scene where carefree play could quickly turn dangerous.
A commander in Ukraine's Odesa region is accused of using 83 soldiers for months to construct his private villa, now facing up to twelve years in prison.
Latvia's honorary consul in Odesa stated that Latvia has been on Ukraine's side since the beginning of the war, emphasizing the historical memory and understanding of the Latvian people.
A 32-year-old man in Odesa opened fire on employees at a mobilization office, injuring four people. The suspect has been apprehended, and the police confiscated his pistol for forensic examination.
A man opened fire on employees of a territorial recruitment and social support center in Odesa, Ukraine, during mobilization activities, injuring four servicemen before fleeing the scene.
Russian forces have launched multiple attacks across Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. Missile strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people, while shelling and drone attacks in regions like Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Kherson, and Dnipropetrovsk have caused further deaths and injuries.
Ukraine has confirmed strikes on Russian logistics centers, a maritime terminal, and a refinery in Volgograd, while a Russian ballistic missile reportedly destroyed a US-owned drone factory in Kyiv. These events mark an escalation in cross-border attacks and strategic targeting.
According to Ukrainian officials, the Russians are trying to repeat the Black Sea blockade of 2022.
The Indian Embassy is monitoring the safety of Indian seafarers after four crew members were aboard a merchant vessel struck at Ukraine's Odesa port, with two still missing.
India is coordinating with Ukrainian authorities to search for two missing Indian seafarers. Four Indian crew members were on the MV AGN Ragnar when it was struck in Odesa port on July 25, with two reported missing.
Turkish drones repeatedly violated Greek airspace over the Aegean Sea, marking new provocations in the region. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries regarding territorial air rights.
Russia launched missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, hitting a supermarket in Chernihiv and Ukrainian port infrastructure, while also reportedly seeking more North Korean soldiers. Concurrently, Romanian forces intercepted and shot down multiple Russian drones that intruded into NATO airspace for the third consecutive day.
The Indian embassy is monitoring the situation following a strike in Odesa, Ukraine, confirming that two Indian nationals are safe while a search is underway for two others.
Russian forces launched multiple attacks across Ukraine, resulting in two sailors missing after a strike on a cargo ship in the Odesa region and two deaths and three injuries in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Residential areas in Odesa and energy infrastructure in Kharkiv were also hit, causing power outages.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on a private training ground near Kyiv, where a defense event was taking place, resulted in 10 deaths and approximately 100 injuries. Ukraine has launched an investigation into the deadly attack.
Shipping traffic to Ukrainian Black Sea ports has been suspended due to intensified Russian attacks. This disruption has effectively blocked the maritime corridor to Odesa, impacting commercial shipping operations.
A Russian drone strike in Odesa Oblast killed a woman and damaged infrastructure, including a two-storey building. This follows a previous attack on Odesa that injured four people and damaged a UNICEF warehouse.
A street in Odesa has been renamed to honor the Hlodan family, whose members, including a three-month-old girl, her mother, and grandmother, were killed in a Russian missile strike during the war.
A Russian missile strike on a vessel off the Ukrainian port of Odesa resulted in the deaths of 10 people, including four Indian sailors. This incident occurred amidst ongoing Ukrainian efforts to strengthen defenses and target Russian assets, including air defense systems and shadow fleet vessels.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a passenger bus in Russia's Belgorod region has resulted in the deaths of five people, including a minor. Russian authorities have condemned the attack, calling it an act of terrorism.
Russian attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea intensified, resulting in ten deaths after a strike on a civilian maize vessel near Odesa. Several Greek-owned ships were also targeted, raising concerns about the safety of maritime trade in the region.
Ukrainian President Zelensky is reportedly considering changes to military leadership, including the potential dismissal of General Syrsky, following public protests in Ukraine. These developments come as Ukraine continues its long-range sanctions plan and faces drone attacks on Russian targets.
As Ukraine intensifies its counterattacks in the war against Russia, Russia has reported several deaths following an attack on a logistics center and also targeted the port of Odesa.
A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure facilities in Ukraine's Odesa Oblast damaged a civilian vessel sailing under the flag of the Marshall Islands, resulting in four injured crew members.
Russian forces launched large-scale attacks on energy infrastructure in five Ukrainian oblasts, halting operations at oil and gas facilities. These strikes included a drone attack on a gas production facility in the Kharkiv region, marking the 250th such attack this year.
A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Odesa resulted in the deaths of two people and injured at least eight others, including children. The attack caused significant damage to buildings in the area.
Ukraine was attacked by two Kh59/69 missiles and 122 long-range drones, with 101 drones intercepted. Experts state the campaign to isolate Crimea continues, with Odesa being the epicenter of the attacks.
Russian forces have continued their attacks on Odesa for a fifth day, with a rocket hitting a residential building and residents seeking shelter in catacombs. Ukrainian forces reportedly struck the first twenty Russian tankers and other ships in the Black Sea, following previous damage to 116 vessels in the Azov Sea.
Russian forces launched attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea off Odesa, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to several crew members. Ukraine has reported these incidents as part of ongoing Russian aggression against civilian vessels.
An exhibition titled 'Resilient Heritage: From Timbuktu to Odesa' has opened at the world’s largest architecture museum in Paris, exploring the destruction, protection, and restoration of cultural heritage during wartime, with a focus on Ukraine.
The EU has sanctioned Russian military intelligence officers and cybercriminals, while Ukraine's air defense remains a key focus for allies. This comes as Ukrainian forces report striking Russian naval vessels and radar systems.
Ukraine has reported drone attacks on Russian ships in the Azov Sea, claiming to have hit multiple vessels. This comes as Russia continues its strikes on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Odesa, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure.
A traffic accident involving a minibus and a truck occurred near the village of Odai in Ukraine's Odesa region, resulting in one fatality and five injuries.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has detained a deputy chairman of the Odesa Regional Council, along with accomplices, on suspicion of extorting $50,000 from a local businessman for a cottage construction permit.
Russian forces launched strikes on Kharkiv, hitting a high-rise building and a gas station, resulting in at least two deaths and numerous injuries. Separately, a Russian missile strike on Odesa also caused fatalities.
Kyiv experienced a new barrage of Russian missile attacks, causing explosions and fires in the Ukrainian capital. These strikes occurred while a NATO summit was underway, and after Ukraine claimed to have attacked Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
Russian forces struck a SOCAR petrol station twice in the village of Nechaiane, approximately 30 km from Mykolaiv on the road to Odesa, on July 5th.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin to meet him in Kostyantynivka, Ukraine, denying Russian claims of capturing the city. This invitation comes as Ukraine continues to target Russian oil infrastructure and Putin signs new tax laws to support the Russian fuel market.
For the fifth year, Ukrainian women, primarily retirees, in Odesa are diligently weaving camouflage nets for the army, with support also coming from various collections in the Czech Republic.
Inna from Odesa, an experienced doctor, planned to work in Latvia but faced bureaucratic hurdles, leading her to change professions and train as a guide.
The blockade of the Black Sea is causing billions of dollars in losses for Ukraine, leading shipping companies to abandon Odesa. This situation highlights the severe economic impact of the naval restrictions.
Russia has reported an attack on a tanker located near the Ukrainian city of Odesa.
Russian forces have reportedly struck the Zhytomyr–Odesa passenger train for the second time, though no injuries were reported, and all passengers were safely evacuated to Odesa.
Russian forces significantly damaged several energy facilities belonging to DTEK Odesa Electric Networks, Ukraine's largest private energy company, during a large-scale attack on the night of August 21-22.
German authorities have discovered a weapons cache near Berlin, with prosecutors investigating a potential link to Russian intelligence services and a possible plot for attacks. This development has led to concerns about espionage and national security.
Russian bombardments on Kyiv have resulted in at least 16 deaths and dozens of injuries, prompting Ukraine to urgently request additional Patriot missile systems to bolster its critically depleted air defenses. Ukrainian officials also suggest that Putin is unwilling to negotiate, believing Ukraine will not withstand the upcoming winter.
Ukraine's State Investigation Bureau is investigating 15 incidents of alleged systematic abuse by recruitment office employees in Odesa, including beatings and forced conscription of civilians.
Andrii Kovalenko, head of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation, has dismissed reports of potential 'stricter' two-week lockdowns in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa this winter as mere speculation from an uninvolved individual.
Russian attacks on the Kherson region on August 17 resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to nine others, including two police officers.
Five people, including two children, were injured in Russian strikes on Odesa Oblast on the afternoon of 17 August.
Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on Russia, targeting the Moscow region and damaging a major warehouse, while Russia retaliated with strikes on Ukrainian cities including Odesa and Sumy. The attacks resulted in injuries and significant damage to infrastructure on both sides.
Firefighters extinguished blazes in two districts of Ukraine's Odesa region, which were caused by Russian attacks that struck a grain storage facility and a hotel complex building.
A Russian drone strike targeted a Ukrainian passenger train in the Odesa region, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, including the train driver. The attack, which involved a Shahed drone, caused the train with 340 people onboard to be engulfed in flames.
European officials are cautioning about potential Russian sabotage and other attacks across the continent, with specific concerns raised regarding cities like Odesa. These warnings highlight an increased threat perception from Russia.
Moldova has condemned Russia after a drone, identified as Russian, exploded in the Moldovan village of Crocmaz near the Ukrainian border, prompting a diplomatic exchange between the two countries. The incident occurred amidst ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's Odesa region, raising concerns about Moldova's security.
A Ukrainian Air Force MiG-29 fighter jet crashed near Odesa after experiencing difficulties during an air-to-air missile launch, catching fire. The pilot successfully ejected and survived.
As of this evening, nearly 70,000 families in Odesa, Ukraine, are still without power, according to President Zelensky.
War experts report a difficult night and day for Odesa and other Ukrainian ports, as Russian forces are attacking without selecting specific targets.
Record-low water levels in the Danube River are hindering vital Black Sea grain exports through Romania, exacerbating issues caused by Russian strikes diverting Ukrainian grain from Odesa.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is expected to deploy up to 50,000 North Korean troops, a claim made amidst ongoing exchanges of attacks between Russia and Ukraine, including a recent strike on a Russian missile system.
The Air Force has provided updated details regarding the attack on the Odesa region on the night of August 9.
Russia's military announced that it has struck Ukrainian ships and military facilities in Odesa and Mykolaiv, claiming these targets supported Ukraine's forces. This comes amidst ongoing conflict and attacks on port infrastructure.
Three maritime flashpoints are on high alert following explosions in the Strait of Hormuz, new attacks in Yemen, and commercial ships being struck near Odesa, indicating a heightened risk for vessels in these regions.
A reportage from Odesa describes how residents of the multicultural Ukrainian port city are adapting to daily life under wartime conditions, including air raid sirens, explosions, and mobilization, while striving for normalcy.
Russia has escalated its attacks on Ukraine's Black Sea coastline, particularly in Odesa, resulting in blackened ships and smashed docks, leaving no one safe from the new strikes.
Russian forces attacked Odesa Oblast on 5 August, damaging seven residential buildings and injuring at least one person.
A wave of Russian missile and drone attacks targeted Kyiv and its surrounding region overnight, resulting in at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries. Ukrainian officials described it as one of the most tragic attacks to date, with emergency services searching for people potentially trapped under rubble.
Ukrainian businesses are sounding the alarm over the suspension of port operations in the Odesa region and a 30% increase in railway tariffs, warning that these issues threaten to paralyze Ukrainian exports, reduce production, and lead to mass job losses.
Russian forces launched missile attacks on the Odesa suburb, striking near a market, and also hit an enterprise in Bohodukhiv, injuring three people. These attacks mark continued aggression in Ukraine.
Ukrainian drone attacks on the Moscow region have resulted in five deaths and multiple injuries, with several warehouses, including a Wildberries facility, being hit. These strikes are part of a broader series of Ukrainian long-range attacks on Russian territory, including other cities and a Turkish ship in the Black Sea.
Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past day have resulted in 8 deaths and 66 injuries, with the Zaporizhzhia region experiencing the most severe impact.
A man opened fire on draft officers in Odesa, Ukraine, according to reports from The Kyiv Independent.
Russia claims to have struck a Ukrainian military cargo vessel near Odesa, while Ukraine reported hitting Russia's Volgograd oil refinery and port infrastructure, indicating an escalation in targeting logistics and supply chains by both nations.
Russian forces attacked Odesa, injuring two people and damaging infrastructure objects in the city.
Ukraine is incurring daily losses of approximately US$70 million as shipments of goods are delayed due to the ongoing blockade of the Greater Odesa ports.
Two cars exploded in Odesa on Tuesday evening, with one incident killing the driver and injuring a passenger, according to Odesa Oblast police.
A car exploded on a road in Odesa, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to a passenger. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Ferrexpo has announced the suspension of its seaborne shipments of iron ore pellets. This decision follows recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports located in the Odesa region.
A foreign-flagged merchant vessel that was struck by Russian missiles on July 19 has now sunk in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa.
A vessel with four Indian crew members was struck at Ukraine's Odesa port, marking the second such attack in a week. Two crew members are confirmed safe, while information on the other two is awaited.
Allseeds, one of Ukraine's largest producers and exporters of vegetable oils, has suspended its operations in the Odesa region due to the deteriorating security situation.
An autopsy was performed on a dolphin in Odesa, Ukraine, to investigate its death, which is suspected to be a result of the ongoing hostilities in 2026.
Police bomb disposal experts in Odesa successfully defused the explosive payload of a Russian drone that had crashed into a building but failed to detonate.
Russia stated it is in touch with India regarding deaths in Ukraine but affirmed that strikes would continue, a day after India lodged a diplomatic protest over an attack on the MV Golden Leo merchant vessel leaving Odesa.
Russian forces conducted extensive drone and missile attacks across multiple Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, and Kharkiv. The assaults resulted in casualties, injuries, and significant damage to infrastructure, including a shopping center and emergency worker vehicles.
The number of people injured in a Russian attack on a civilian business in Odesa, Ukraine, has increased to eight, following the strike on the city.
Russian forces launched numerous attacks across Ukraine, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries in regions including Kherson, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Nikopol, and Pavlohrad, with a hospital and emergency responders also targeted.
Russia launched a strike on a ship near Odesa, killing 10, while Ukraine retaliated with hundreds of drones targeting Moscow and other Russian regions, damaging infrastructure and oil depots. Both sides reported significant aerial activity.
Russian strikes on Odesa Oblast resulted in two fatalities and four injuries, including a child, after an amusement park was hit.
The Russian army launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, firing seven missiles and ninety drones, primarily targeting the Odesa region, including port and industrial infrastructure.
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Russian attacks reportedly killed two Ukrainians aboard a foreign vessel in Mykolaiv, with two more killed in Kherson and Odesa, as protests persist over a defence shake-up.
Russian forces launched attacks on Ukrainian ports in Odesa and Chornomorsk, which are involved in military cargo shipments for Kyiv's armed forces. The strikes reportedly hit military infrastructure and drone depots.
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Ukraine has launched drone attacks on Russian oil tankers and other vessels in the Black Sea, leading to a reported loss of one-third of Ukraine's Black Sea grain export capacity. These attacks come amidst ongoing Russian missile strikes that have killed several people in Odesa.
The Russian army attacked civilian and industrial infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region with drones, damaging a car repair shop and 12 vehicles.
A Russian drone strike on a commercial vessel in Ukraine's Odesa region has resulted in five deaths and twelve injuries. The attack also reportedly hit a car fleet and a health resort in the area.
Russian forces carried out a massive drone attack on the Odesa region overnight, resulting in damage to buildings and equipment at an infrastructure facility in the Odesa district.
Israeli drones conducted strikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in one fatality and damage to historic sites, despite a US-brokered framework deal. Separately, Russian forces attacked port infrastructure in Odesa Oblast, killing one, and injured five in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
A Russian attack on the evening of July 9 caused a fire at an industrial facility in Ukraine's Odesa Oblast, with emergency services responding and no casualties reported so far.
Russian forces launched strikes on Kharkiv, hitting a high-rise building and a gas station, resulting in at least two deaths and numerous injuries. Separately, a Russian missile strike on Odesa also caused fatalities, and a Russian drone strike on a residential building in Zaporizhzhia injured two people and caused the roof to catch fire.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted multiple Russian oil refineries in Tatarstan and Saratov, causing fires and casualties. These strikes, along with attacks on 19 Russian shadow fleet tankers in the Sea of Azov, have intensified fuel shortages in Russia, leading some drivers to convert their cars to LPG.
The NATO summit has commenced in Ankara, with leaders including Donald Trump in attendance. Reports suggest Trump is expected to announce the restoration of F-35 jet access to Turkey, a move that could ease tensions but also raises questions about the US's commitment to its European allies and their defense capabilities.
Former President Donald Trump delivered a Fourth of July speech, celebrating America and criticizing opponents, after the event was delayed due to severe weather. During his address, Trump warned against communism and celebrated a perceived victory over Iran.
A passenger minibus traveling from Odesa to Mykolaiv collided with a truck in the Mykolaiv region, Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of 12 people.
Russian forces launched a ballistic missile attack on Odesa Oblast on July 1, resulting in two fatalities and thirteen injuries.