A Russian drone strike has hit the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, causing significant damage to grain export infrastructure and raising fears of further disruptions to global food supplies.
Attack Targets Key Grain Facilities
The overnight assault damaged storage facilities and administrative buildings at one of Ukraine's most important grain terminals. Regional governor Oleh Kiper confirmed the attack, stating that emergency services were quickly deployed to the scene.
Escalating Black Sea Tensions
This latest attack comes amid growing tensions in the Black Sea region following Russia's withdrawal from the grain deal last month. Ukrainian officials have warned that such strikes could have devastating consequences for global food security.
Ukraine's Response
Ukrainian air defences reportedly intercepted several drones during the attack, but some managed to penetrate the defences. President Zelensky has vowed to strengthen the country's air defence systems in response to the ongoing threat.
The strike marks another escalation in Russia's targeting of Ukraine's agricultural infrastructure, which has become a key battleground in the ongoing conflict.
