Odesa bears brunt of latest Russian attacks on Ukraine – Europe live
Summary
Ukrainian and Russian forces continue to clash, with Russian drones attacking residential areas in Odesa and a Ukrainian strike hitting a Russian-occupied nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia. Poland plans to develop a large drone force with Ukrainian help to improve regional air defense and security.Key Facts
- Odesa experienced heavy damage and over 10 injuries from Russian drone attacks targeting residential buildings.
- The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, controlled by Russian forces, was hit by a Ukrainian drone strike, killing one transport worker.
- The Zaporizhzhia plant is in a cold shutdown mode and near the frontline, with repeated blackouts caused by conflict increasing nuclear risks.
- Poland’s Donald Tusk announced plans to build a “drone armada” with Ukraine’s help to enhance defense against air attacks.
- The European Union is also considering its own “drone wall” to protect against drone threats following past incursions.
- Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, with President Zelenskyy calling Russian drone attacks on the site “nuclear terrorism.”
- Ukrainian Prime Minister Julia Svyrydenko is visiting Poland for talks on Ukraine’s security and postwar recovery.
- The conflict over the Zaporizhzhia plant and broader drone attacks highlight ongoing security and safety concerns in the region.
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