Russian troops strike Odesa's city center with missile

The incident was reported by Oleh Kiper, head of the Odesa regional military administration.

"Russian terrorists hit the center of Odesa with a missile. There are casualties," Kiper stated.

Later, it was reported that at least eight people were injured in the attack and are receiving medical treatment.

By around 1:30 p.m., the number of victims had risen to 11. Two individuals were treated at the scene, while eight remain hospitalized. Among them, one woman is in serious condition, and the rest are in moderate condition. Additionally, one victim is continuing outpatient treatment.

Residential buildings and other civilian infrastructure were damaged in the strike.

According to Serhiy Bratchuk, spokesperson for the Ukrainian Volunteer Army "South," initial reports suggest the missile used was an Iskander-M ballistic missile.

• Earlier that same morning, Russian forces also struck central Kharkiv, injuring nearly 20 people.