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Russian attacks kill six as Ukraine targets Black Sea oil tankers
United Kingdom🏛️ PoliticsCenter5 hr. ago

Russian attacks kill six as Ukraine targets Black Sea oil tankers

Russian attacks on the Black Sea port of Odesa and the eastern city of Sumy have resulted in at least six deaths, according to local officials. The strikes, involving drones and missiles, mark the fifth consecutive day of attacks in the Odesa region. In Sumy, a guided aerial bomb attack killed three and injured 17. Ukraine's military reported hitting 20 Russian vessels, including 17 oil tankers, in the Black Sea. Russia's defense ministry confirmed attacking Odesa, claiming it targeted port infrastructure used for unloading petroleum and oil products. Ukrainian officials accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilians, citing casualties in residential buildings. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces internal political turmoil, with President Zelensky dismissing Prime Minister Svyrydenko, leading to parliamentary votes on her replacement. European Commission President von der Leyen visited Kyiv to discuss defense cooperation.

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Russian attacks kill six as Ukraine targets Black Sea oil tankers

Russian attacks on the Black Sea port of Odesa and the eastern city of Sumy have resulted in at least six deaths, according to local officials. The strikes, involving drones and missiles, mark the fifth consecutive day of attacks in the Odesa region. In Sumy, a guided aerial bomb attack killed three and injured 17. Ukraine's military reported hitting 20 Russian vessels, including 17 oil tankers, in the Black Sea. Russia's defense ministry confirmed attacking Odesa, claiming it targeted port infrastructure used for unloading petroleum and oil products. Ukrainian officials accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilians, citing casualties in residential buildings. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces internal political turmoil, with President Zelensky dismissing Prime Minister Svyrydenko, leading to parliamentary votes on her replacement. European Commission President von der Leyen visited Kyiv to discuss defense cooperation.

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