Russia's night attack on Odesa damages civilian infrastructure, injures three

Infrastructure facilities and residential buildings were damaged during a large-scale overnight attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa, regional authorities said on February 17.

According to the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, Serhiy Lysak, a fire broke out on the upper floors of a residential building in one of the city’s districts following the strikes. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to contain the blaze and assess the damage, Caliber.Az reports.

He also noted that three men, aged 62 and 65, were injured in the attack. One of the victims is in serious condition, while another is in moderate condition; both have been hospitalised. A woman who was also injured received medical assistance at the scene.

All relevant emergency and utility services are currently working in affected areas. Authorities said six air raid alerts were declared in Odesa over the course of the night.

The latest damage comes after what officials described as a massive drone and missile assault that left nearly 90 per cent of the city without electricity. The attack caused widespread disruptions to water supply, heating systems, and communications, amounting to an almost complete blackout across Odesa.

By Sabina Mammadli