# Russian strikes kill several in Ukraine, including deadly Odesa attack

Russian forces launched a violent assault on the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa, killing several people as part of broader strikes across the country. The attack underscores the continuing intensity of Russia's military campaign and the heavy civilian toll in the ongoing war.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/9/russian-forces-kill-several-in-ukraine-launch-brutal-attack-in-odesa?traffic_source=rss) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:55:06 +0000
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/aug/10/ukraine-drones-russia-oil-facilities-europe-heat-drought-latest-updates-news) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:21:19 GMT