Odesa under repeated strikes as war pivots back to the Black Sea

Ukrainian officials and residents report repeated missile and drone strikes on Odesa in recent months, with attacks hitting energy infrastructure and causing widespread power and water outages; authorities link the pattern to renewed fighting over the Black Sea and maritime routes.

Odesa has been reported hit repeatedly by missiles and drones in recent months, say local officials and residents. The strikes have focused on energy infrastructure and have left large areas with disrupted power and water supplies. Ukrainian authorities connect the attacks to renewed contestation in the Black Sea after recent actions against Russian shipping. Key reported points: - Ukrainian officials and residents report repeated strikes on Odesa by missiles and Shahed drones. - A December attack on energy infrastructure left large parts of the Odesa region without electricity and water for days. - Authorities describe the Black Sea as a contested area that has affected port access and maritime exports. Summary: The reported strikes have strained civilian services and disrupted Odesa’s role as a maritime export hub. Undetermined at this time.