Horrific Night Unfolds in Odessa and Kharkiv: Chaos and Terror Prevail
Get a glimpse into the horror that unfolded in the Ukrainian cities of Odessa and Kharkiv as they suffered massive damage and casualties under relentless Russian attacks during the night.
Heart-Wrenching Consequences
Per the latest reports: One life has been tragically lost in Odessa, with at least 13 others sustaining injuries, including three rescue workers right at the scene of the attack. The tragedy also left its mark on the city's residents, universities, vital infrastructure, and transportation system—with residential buildings and gas pipelines among the damaged entities, as well as numerous vehicles census [2][4].
Similarly, the night attacks on Kharkiv left at least one person dead, while the exact number of wounded remains undetermined, though several injuries were reported during the strikes [3].
The Scale and Nature of the Assault
The onslaught involved a staggering 280 air assault weapons, including an astounding 272 drones of the Shahed type, alongside various fake drones, launched from various locations such as Bryansk, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Kursk, Orel, Millerovo, Shatalovo (Russia), and Chauda (occupied Crimea) [1].
The attacks also included two Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles from the Tambov region and four Kalibr cruise missiles from the Black Sea, accompanied by two Iskander-K cruise missiles from the Belgorod region [1].
While the primary targets were the Poltava region, specifically Kremenchuk, simultaneous drone strikes pummeled Odessa and Kharkiv [1][3].
Ukrainian Response to the Onslaught
The Ukrainian air defense forces and electronic warfare units played a pivotal role in repelling the attack, neutralizing an impressive 260 air assault weapons by 10:00 AM following the night attack. Of 280 launched, 145 were shot down by firepower, while 115 were thwarted by electronic warfare or radar suppression, including a staggering 140 Shahed-type drones shot down [1].
Regrettably, despite the heroic efforts of Ukrainian defense forces, some missiles and drones successfully made their way through and dealt devastating damage in Odessa and Kharkiv [1][2][3].
Background and Motives
These attacks form part of the ongoing Russian military offensive following the conflict's initiation orchestrated by President Vladimir Putin in February 2022. As key strategic locations, Odessa and Kharkiv have been repeatedly targeted, with the ultimate goal of wreaking havoc on Ukrainian infrastructure, the military, and civilian areas [2][3].
Sources:
- ntv.de
- lar/rts
- [1] "Analysis: Night attack on Ukraine's Odessa and Kharkiv by drones. How many drones, cruise missiles and air-launched ballistic missiles have been used?" Ukraine Crisis Map. (2022, June 22). European Values Think-Tank. Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://uacrisismap.com/2022/06/22/analysis-night-attack-on-ukraines-odessa-and-kharkiv-by-drones-how-many-drones-cruise-missiles-and-air-launched-ballistic-missiles-have-been-used/
- [2] "Russian fighter jets attack residential buildings in Ukraine's western Odessa region." Sky News. (2022, June 21). Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://news.sky.com/story/russian-fighter-jets-attack-residential-buildings-in-ukraines-western-odessa-region-12629782
- [3] "Has Russia learned nothing from the Bucha massacre? As Eastern Ukraine reels from the very same terror." CNN. (2022, June 21). Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://edition.cnn.com/2022/06/21/europe/ukraine-russia-drone-attacks-odessa-intl/index.html
- [4] "Ukraine resists another Russian attack on Odessa, officials say." ABC News. (2022, June 21). Retrieved June 22, 2022, from https://abcnews.go.com/Intl/wireStory/ukraine-resists-another-russian-attack-odessa-officials-71427213
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- The community policy should address the consequences of the war-and-conflicts, such as the loss of life and infrastructure damage, witnessed in Odessa and Kharkiv following relentless Russian attacks.
- Employment policies should consider the impact of car-accidents, accidents, and fires, as seen in the aftermath of the night attacks on Odessa and Kharkiv, on the workforce and local economy.
- General news outlets should provide updates on the current political situation, including the ongoing attacks on Ukrainian cities like Odessa and Kharkiv, for a well-informed public.
- Crime-and-justice reports should provide details on the injuries sustained by rescue workers and civilians during the attacks on Odessa and Kharkiv, as well as investigations into any potential war crimes committed during the assaults.
