Russian attack hit port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, officials say
3 sources covered this · see comparison →A Russian drone attack overnight targeted port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, causing damage to facilities and injuring two people in the city of Odesa, according to regional governor Oleh Kiper. Fires broke out in residential high-rises and at port sites, but were brought under control, with authorities confirming operations continue at the affected ports. The Ukrainian seaports authority reported damage to berthing and storage areas in the Greater Odesa hub and along the Danube River.
- ▪Russian drones attacked port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region overnight, damaging facilities and starting fires.
- ▪Two people were wounded in Odesa, and an apartment building was destroyed with fires breaking out on multiple floors of high-rise buildings.
- ▪The Ukrainian seaports authority confirmed damage to berthing and storage facilities in the Greater Odesa hub and on the Danube River.
- ▪Emergency services responded to fires at residential and port sites, which were brought under control promptly.
- ▪Despite the damage, ports in the region continue to operate, according to official statements.
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Russian attack hit port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, officials saySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 01, 2026, 02:03 PMUpdated May 01, 2026, 02:03 PMMay 1 - A Russian drone attack overnight damaged port infrastructure in Ukraine's southern Odesa region and wounded two people in the city of Odesa, regional governor Oleh Kiper said on Friday.In Odesa, an apartment was destroyed and the roof caught fire following strikes on a 16-storey building.
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