Ukrainian drones intercepted over Russia and hit Odesa, injuring four, while Russia claims drone attacks on Russian territory, including damage to port infrastructure. Meanwhile, European and Canadian officials are discussing peace efforts in Ukraine amid ongoing conflict. A power outage outside Moscow affected over 100,000 residents, with no confirmed link to Ukraine.
Following Russian strikes that damaged oil storage tanks in Pivdennyi port, an oil spill has endangered local wildlife in Odesa, Ukraine. The Odesa zoo is actively rescuing and cleaning affected birds, especially waterfowl like grebes, to prevent further harm. Authorities have contained the spill and are monitoring its biodegradation, amid ongoing conflict in the region.
Russian forces attacked Ukraine's Odesa port twice in less than 24 hours, damaging facilities and a ship, amid ongoing efforts to disrupt maritime logistics. A Russian general was killed in what Moscow claims was a Ukrainian assassination. US-Ukraine peace talks are ongoing, with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy indicating some progress but no final agreement, while Russia emphasizes continued negotiations with the US. Meanwhile, residents of a border village taken by Russian troops have interacted with neighbors, and Ukraine reports ongoing battles near the border.
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine's Odesa region, causing power outages, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting exports, as Ukraine seeks international support and diplomatic efforts continue to resolve the conflict.
A Russian missile strike on Odesa port in Ukraine killed eight and wounded 27 amid ongoing peace negotiations involving the US and Russia, with Ukraine targeting Russian infrastructure and the US pushing for a diplomatic resolution to the nearly four-year conflict.
Russia launched a missile attack on a Ukrainian port in Odesa, killing 8 and injuring 27, amid ongoing peace negotiations involving the US and European countries. Ukraine also targeted Russian infrastructure with drones, and international efforts continue to seek a resolution to the nearly four-year conflict, with significant diplomatic activity and military exchanges ongoing.
A Russian missile strike on Odesa region, Ukraine, has killed eight people and injured 27, targeting port infrastructure and causing widespread damage amid ongoing attacks aimed at crippling Ukraine's energy and transport infrastructure.
Russian missile strikes near Odesa kill seven and injure 15, amid ongoing conflict and Ukraine's efforts to secure financial and territorial resilience, including a €90bn EU loan. US intelligence suggests Putin aims to reclaim Ukraine and parts of Europe, contradicting claims of a desire to end the war, as international talks in Miami seek a peace plan.
Russia is increasing its military presence in eastern Ukraine, notably in Pokrovsk where Ukrainian forces claim to hold the town despite Russian attempts to encircle it. Odesa was targeted by a large drone attack damaging energy infrastructure, amid ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Ukraine's justice minister's home was searched in a corruption probe, and Russia denied reports of Foreign Minister Lavrov's political decline. The situation remains tense with significant military and infrastructural developments.
Severe flash floods caused by unprecedented heavy rainfall in Odesa, Ukraine, resulted in nine deaths, including a family trapped in their home and three women swept away, with hundreds rescued and thousands losing power. The region experienced nearly two months' worth of rain in just seven hours, overwhelming drainage systems and causing widespread damage, prompting a government review of emergency response efforts.
Three swimmers, including two men and one woman, were killed by sea mines while swimming in prohibited waters near Odesa, Ukraine, highlighting the dangers of unchecked waters in the Black Sea amid ongoing conflict. Authorities have confirmed the incidents and warned the public to avoid unsafe areas, with only 32 beaches deemed safe for swimming.
Following recent ceasefire talks in Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine engaged in drone attacks, resulting in casualties and damage in cities like Odesa and Kharkiv. The talks yielded limited progress, with both sides exchanging prisoners but no significant steps toward peace, amid ongoing hostilities and international pressure for a resolution.
In Odesa, Ukraine, residents enjoy a lively summer at Lanzheron beach despite ongoing Russian attacks and the war, symbolizing resilience and a desire to maintain normalcy amid conflict.
Russia launched large-scale drone attacks on Kyiv and Odesa, causing casualties and damage, amid ongoing conflict and stalled peace talks, with Ukraine calling for increased sanctions and support.
On day 1,202 of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russia launched large drone attacks on Kyiv and Odesa, causing damage and casualties, while Russian forces advanced in Dnipropetrovsk. An exchange of prisoners under 25 took place, and Moscow temporarily suspended flights at major airports due to drone threats.