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Deadly Russian Drone Strike Hits Odesa Amid Turmoil

5/2/2025

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A devastating drone strike by Russia on Odesa claimed two lives and left five injured, damaging residential buildings in the process. This attack adds to the ongoing turmoil in the key Black Sea port, which has endured relentless assaults since the invasion began in February 2022. In a hopeful turn, the US and Ukraine have forged a new energy cooperation agreement.

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A devastating drone strike by Russia on Odesa claimed two lives and left five injured, damaging residential buildings in the process. This attack adds to the ongoing turmoil in the key Black Sea port, which has endured relentless assaults since the invasion began in February 2022. In a hopeful turn, the US and Ukraine have forged a new energy cooperation agreement.