Odessa was hit by Russian drone strikes targeting civilian infrastructure, including Privoz square and historic buildings, causing injuries and destruction.

On Wednesday night, Odessa suffered a massive Russian drone attack on Wednesday night, targeting key civilian infrastructure, including the iconic Privoz square and UNESCO-protected historical monuments. Three people were injured and a residential block was badly damaged, leaving several families homeless. Rescue teams are working to put out the fires and evacuate trapped people. Similar attacks also took place in the town of Cerkasi, where injuries were reported. These attacks come against the backdrop of recent negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, which remain inconclusive.