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‘Attacks day after day’: Odesa in Russia’s crosshairs as war pivots back to Black Sea
- Odesa remains a key target as Russia continues long-range strikes from land and sea on the Black Sea port city.
- Kyiv says Moscow aims to cut off Ukraine’s access to the sea by targeting Odesa’s ports and maritime routes.
- Residents report freezing conditions and power outages as energy infrastructure is repeatedly hit.
- Officials describe a ‘grey zone’ at sea, with limited movement for Russian warships and contested airspace over large areas.
- Ukraine stresses the Black Sea’s strategic importance for energy and agriculture exports.
- Local officials warn that a potential order to seize Odesa would mark a major battlefield shift.
- Ukrainian authorities report a pattern of daily Shahed drone attacks aimed at morale and energy networks.
- Local education and civilian sites have been damaged, hindering rebuilding efforts.
- Officials express concern over imminent threats, while Ukraine highlights the sea as both a lifeline and vulnerability.
- The conflict in Odesa reflects broader Russian aims to control maritime routes and pressure Ukraine.
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