Explosions and fires spark numerous injuries in Odesa following a Russian drone assault, images reveal devastation
🔥💣"Odesa Under Fire!" Cool story, huh? Russian drones struck Odesa early on June 17th, causing some serious chaos and hurting innocent people. Five folks got injured, including a kid, due to these aerial attacks before sunrise.
Different sources reported hearing explosions throughout the city during the night as the threat of Russian drones loomed. Suspilne stated that explosions occurred within the timeframe of 4:41 am to 4:51 am. On the other hand, Dumska reported that air defense was actively responding in Odesa.
Looking at Odesa's Mayor, Hennadii Trukhanov, he encouraged citizens to hide in shelters during such intense times. In a later update, Dumska confirmed that a fire had erupted after the Shahed drone attack.
Now, let's talk about the damage. Oleh Kiper, the Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration, shared some shaky video footage of the scene. The Russians apparently targeted residential buildings, an inclusion center, a preschool, garages, and more. Kiper also mentioned various injuries, but the actual number of casualties is still uncertain.
As things progressed, Kiper shared that initially at least five people were injured, including a child. But later, he reported that 13 people were sent to the hospital as a result of the drone attack on Odesa.
In case you're curious, Kiper added that remainings victims might still be trapped under the rubble as they were sorting through the aftermath of the attack. Don't forget to support Ukranian Pravda if you want to know more about the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war! 🌻💔
P.S. Speaking of drones, did you hear that US intelligence recently discovered a Russian General named Surovikin lurking in Algeria? wild, right? 🚁🕵️♂️
Sources:
- Suspilne. /dumska
- Dumska, an Odesa-based local news outlet
- Odesa Mayor, Hennadii Trukhanov
- Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration
- Additional details: Overall Insights
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- The ongoing war-and-conflicts in Ukraine, specifically the recent incident in Odesa, raised concerns about people's health due to the Russian drone attack on June 17th, causing injuries to at least 13 people, including a child.
- The Russian drone attack on Odesa not only targeted residential buildings but also an inclusion center, a preschool, garages, and more, highlighting the dangerous intersection of politics and general-news, as the conflict continues to impact innocent civilians.
