Local authorities say ‘three waves’ of attacks on Odesa were met by air defences

Kiev repelled Russian missile and drone attacks in the southern Odesa region from Sunday to Monday, injuring three people. “The enemy attacked the Odessa area three times during the night, [recourant à] Two waves of attack drones, fifteen in total [drones]and eight missiles” Of the Kalibr type, the Ukrainian operational command for the southern part of the country said in a telegram that all attacks were repelled by air defenses.

According to the Kiev military, the missiles destroyed the shelter of a training institute and a store were damaged by debris. “Directed to the center of Odessa”.

“Three supermarket workers injured”, according to preliminary information and medical assistance, the command said. Many buildings’ windows, balconies and cars parked nearby were also damaged “Shock Wave” The army reported two more fires.

In photos and videos posted on Telegram by the military, firefighters try to put out what appears to be an outlet fire coming out of heavy smoke.

The number of attacks in the Black Sea has increased in recent weeks on both sides. The Russian military has repeatedly targeted the port city of Odessa, but has also attacked the Ismail and Reni River ports, which Kyiv has condemned as a means of blocking its exports.

In mid-July, Moscow concluded a deal that would have allowed Ukrainian grain to leave ports in the south of the country from the summer of 2022 despite Russia’s embargo. Moscow warned that any ship entering or leaving Ukrainian ports would be considered a potential target. Kyiv reacted by confirming reciprocity for Russian vessels.