Odesa Endures 193 Attacks Since War's Start, Resulting in Civilian Casualties.
Attacks on the Odesa Region
According to Novyny.live: Russian military forces continue to shell the Odesa region, striking cities and villages. According to Serhii Lysak, Odesa has suffered 193 attacks since the full-scale invasion began. These strikes have killed 145 civilians, including 10 children, and injured 635 people, 32 of whom are children. More than 1,200 structures have been damaged. The port city of Odesa has been a frequent target due to its strategic and economic importance.
The Situation in 2025
In 2025 alone, 75 attacks have been recorded against Odesa. On the night of February 23, Russian forces attacked the Odesa region with strike drones, killing three people. Furthermore, on the night of February 21, Russia targeted Odesa's energy infrastructure.
Serhii Lysak: 'Property can be restored. The most terrible thing is that the enemy has taken the lives of our fellow citizens.'
The ongoing shelling of Odesa continues to inflict heavy losses on the civilian population, causing alarm not only in Ukraine but within the international community. The situation in the Odesa region remains critical, as regular attacks severely impact the lives of local residents. The rising number of assaults and victims underscores the peril faced by civilians in a war zone. International concern over these events may lead to further measures of support for Ukraine from other nations.
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