Russian Missile Strikes Damage Historic Odessa, Injuring Seven

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy calls for increased international support and faster weapons deliveries following the attack on the UNESCO World Heritage site.

• A Russian missile strike targeted the historic center of Odessa, leaving seven people with moderate injuries and causing significant damage to cultural landmarks, including museums and the Bristol Hotel.
• The attack struck three times within minutes, shattering windows and damaging facades of historic buildings, including the Archaeological Museum and the Museum for Western and Eastern Art.
• President Zelenskyy condemned the strikes as deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure and reiterated the urgent need for enhanced air defense systems and expedited weapons deliveries from international partners.
• Reports indicate ongoing challenges in Ukraine's military procurement process, prompting recent dismissals of key officials accused of failing to meet weapons delivery needs for the frontlines.
• Odessa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and frequent target in the nearly three-year-long conflict, has faced repeated airstrikes, with Zelenskyy emphasizing the need for increased international collaboration to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities.

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