Odesa

Kyiv was struck by Russian missiles for the second time in less than a week, resulting in at least 14 deaths. Russia claims to have targeted military-industrial and energy sites, but the strikes hit residential areas.

President Volodymyr Zelensky outlined plans to deploy interceptor drones from naval surface drones and other platforms to create an aerial defense line over the sea in Odesa. The plan includes Ukraine's existing naval drone fleet and the recently unveiled 'Sea Trident' long-range underwater drone presented at the Eurosatory exhibition.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian forces will continue strikes targeting Ukraine’s military-industrial complex and infrastructure, and plans to expand a security zone in Kharkiv and Sumy. The statements follow recent Russian aerial attacks on residential and storage facilities in Zaporizhzhia and Odesa, as well as daytime bombardments in Sumy and Zaporizhzhia that caused civilian casualties.

Rebuilding Odesa is highlighted as a European priority, with a significant portion of capital, contractors, and materials for reconstruction being staged through the Odesa-Constanța-Galați triangle before entering Ukraine. Investors are advised to monitor this corridor for opportunities in the upcoming European reconstruction efforts.

A Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Black Sea coast killed a 26-year-old woman and injured a 39-year-old man in Odesa. Emergency services were working at the scene, and casualty figures were still being verified.

Ukraine’s Navy denied reports of a sea drone attack on Odesa, stating the activity was part of routine training exercises. The drills aim to prepare for potential maritime drone threats following Russian strikes on civilian vessels in Black Sea ports.

Ugo Poletti, a contributor to the Kyiv Post, was awarded a Ukrainian military honor in Odesa. He has spent years documenting life in Ukraine through his work as a frequent commentator for the publication.

Russia initially captured Kinburn Spit, a strategic Ukrainian territory near several ports, but appears to have withdrawn forces from the area. The spit's strategic value included enabling attacks on Ukrainian mainland and potential advances toward Odesa.

Russian drones attacked two residential buildings in Odesa overnight. Earlier, two men in Kherson’s Central District were injured by a Russian drone attack, suffering blast injuries, acoustic trauma, and acute stress reaction.

Ukraine’s SBU, HUR, and Navy dismantled a Black Sea smuggling route used to transport weapons and Russian-made drones disguised as cigarette shipments from occupied Abkhazia. Four suspects were detained during a year-long operation that uncovered an FSB-linked plot to deliver an armed UAV to Odesa.

Romania reported a Russian drone strike on a Galati apartment building near the Ukrainian border. Ukraine also confirmed a Russian drone attack in its southern Odesa region.

Ukraine is constructing a multi-layered defense system around Odesa, including anti-tank ditches, barbed-wire barriers, and 'dragon’s teeth' to prepare for potential Russian offensives. The system will also incorporate mobile fire groups, interceptor crews, and volunteer territorial units as part of long-term security measures.

A targeted car bombing in Odesa's Primorskyi district injured two people and caused significant damage. The SBU is investigating the incident as a potential terrorist act.

KADORR Group and chairman Ruslan Kivan donated new apartments in Odesa to eleven Ukrainian families who lost their homes due to Russia's war. The initiative provided displaced families with apartment certificates during an emotional ceremony, helping them rebuild their lives after the conflict.

Ukrainian cyberpolice identified an 18-year-old man from Odesa suspected of running an infostealer malware operation targeting users of an online store in California, working with U.S. law enforcement. The operation is tied to 28,000 stolen accounts. The suspect's identity has been revealed through collaborative efforts.

KADORR Group, led by Ruslan Kivan, donated apartments to 19 Ukrainian families displaced by war during a ceremony in Odesa. The initiative was organized in partnership with the NGO "IDPs of Ukraine" as part of broader humanitarian efforts that exceeded Hr.100 million in total aid during 2026.

A Russian overnight strike on Dnipro killed two people and wounded six others, with five hospitalized and three in serious condition. The attack was part of a broader Russian assault across multiple Ukrainian regions including Odesa and Sumy Oblast.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 2-day ceasefire in Ukraine. The announcement comes after a Russian drone attack on Odesa, Ukraine. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate.

A Russian drone attack on Odesa, Ukraine, wounded 14 people including two children. Ukrainian drones also killed two people in a Russia-held area.

Russia launched attacks on Odesa and claimed Ukraine struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which is currently under Russian control. Managers installed by Russia reported a Ukrainian attack killed one worker at the plant.

Russian airstrikes and drone attacks in Ukraine overnight killed at least seven people, with Dnipro as the primary target and Odesa and Kharkiv also affected. At least 34 others were injured, and four bodies were found in a destroyed house in Dnipro.

A 75-year-old married couple was killed in a Russian attack on Odesa, Ukraine, which also targeted residential buildings and a bulk carrier. Ukrainian officials confirmed the overnight assault.

Russia launched its deadliest attack on Ukraine this year, killing at least 17 people and injuring over 100 using nearly 700 drones and dozens of missiles. The strikes targeted cities including Odesa, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia for a deadly overnight attack involving nearly 700 drones and 19 ballistic missiles targeting Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipro, which killed 16 and injured 100 people. He emphasized that Russia 'does not deserve' sanctions relief, urging continued pressure to achieve peace.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a 'massive' Russian attack on Ukraine that injured at least 100 people and caused deaths in Odesa, Kyiv, and Dnipro.

Ukrainian forces report 469 violations of Russia's Easter ceasefire within hours of deadly drone attacks on Odesa and Kherson. A Ukrainian military officer confirmed the Russian side is not observing the ceasefire, highlighting ongoing hostilities despite the declared pause.

Russian drone strikes killed at least two people in Odesa, Ukraine, according to local authorities. The attacks occurred overnight into Saturday, ahead of a planned holiday ceasefire.

Russian drone strikes killed at least two people in Odesa, Ukraine, overnight. The attack occurred ahead of a planned holiday ceasefire, raising tensions in the region.

Russian airstrikes on Odesa killed two people ahead of the Orthodox Easter ceasefire, which is expected to take effect soon. A prisoner swap is occurring concurrently with the conflict.

Russian drone strikes in Odesa killed at least two people and injured two others, occurring ahead of a proposed Orthodox Easter ceasefire. Both Russia and Ukraine have expressed willingness to pause hostilities, but previous ceasefire attempts have failed due to mutual accusations of violations.