Story perspectives

Russian Drones Strike Odesa and Lviv, Causing Casualties

3/19/2026

Summary

Story summary

Russian drones attacked Odesa on March 18, injuring three people and damaging two high-rise apartments and a historic structure.
Serhiy Lysak, head of the Odesa city military administration, said emergency services are addressing the aftermath.
In Lviv, drones targeted the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) local headquarters, causing significant damage.
In Crimea, Russian air defense intercepted 27 Ukrainian drones, causing one death, two injuries, and damage to residences and vehicles.

1 of 1

Story summary

Russian drones attacked Odesa on March 18, injuring three people and damaging two high-rise apartments and a historic structure.
Serhiy Lysak, head of the Odesa city military administration, said emergency services are addressing the aftermath.
In Lviv, drones targeted the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) local headquarters, causing significant damage.
In Crimea, Russian air defense intercepted 27 Ukrainian drones, causing one death, two injuries, and damage to residences and vehicles.