Drones attack regional capital: Residential areas and shops blasted, casualties reported — photos

In the middle of the day on May 27, the Russian army launched a UAV attack across Ukraine, with Odesa among the primary targets. Hits have been reported in the city, resulting in casualties.

For more details on the aftermath of the attack on Odesa, read the full report by TSN.ua.

The air raid alert in Odesa and the surrounding region lasted from 12:09 p.m. to 1:14 p.m, as the attack unfolded. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine had previously warned of drones heading toward the city. Local media outlets reported that drones were spotted in several districts of the regional capital.

Details of the strike on Odesa

Oleh Kiper, Head of the Regional Military Administration, reported that the attackers struck civilian sites across the Odesa district.

«The enemy deliberately targeted our region’s civilian infrastructure with strike drones,» the official said.

According to him, the drone strike damaged residential buildings, a Nova Poshta branch, and a grocery store, and set vehicles on fire.

Casualties

According to authorities, four people were injured in Odesa: two men and two women aged between 38 and 65.

«Two of the injured are in serious condition, and the others are in moderate condition. Medics are providing them with all necessary assistance,» Kiper said.