Russian forces launched 141 strike drones against Ukraine overnight, killing three civilians including a mother and her two-and-a-half-year-old daughter in Odesa. The attack marked one of the largest single-night drone barrages in recent months.
The deadliest strike hit a residential apartment complex in Odesa, killing a 30-year-old woman, her toddler, and a 53-year-old woman. Fifteen people were wounded, with 13 requiring hospitalization including a pregnant woman, a seven-month-old boy, and a two-year-old girl.
Two patients remained in serious condition by morning — one in neurosurgery, another in a burn intensive care unit. Eight others were in moderate condition, including children and teenagers.
Getroffen wurden Wohnhäuser, kritische Infrastruktur und Verwaltungsgebäude. Die Rettungsarbeiten dauern an, unter den Trümmern könnten sich noch Menschen befinden.
Oleh Kiper, Odesa Oblast Military Administration head — Tagesschau
Damage spread across two districts in Odesa. In Prymorskyy district, the apartment complex and seven private homes were hit. Kyivskyi district saw damage to an apartment building, five homes, a shop, a private kindergarten, and 27 parked cars.
Emphasizes the deliberate targeting of civilian infrastructure and residential areas, framing the attacks as part of Russia's systematic campaign against Ukrainian civilians. Highlights the vulnerability of children and families while documenting extensive damage to civilian facilities.