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Russian strikes hit central Odesa twice, injuring 10, incl two rescuers

The number of casualties in Odesa following two enemy drone strikes on an administrative building has risen to 10, according to Head of the regional military administration Oleh Kiper.

Russian strikes hit central Odesa twice, injuring 10, incl two rescuers

Odesa's central region endured two consecutive drone strikes by Russian forces, resulting in 10 casualties, including two rescue workers, according to the regional military administration's head, Oleh Kiper. The first attack targeted an 11-story administrative building where people had sought shelter, saving many lives. However, in a brazen second assault, Russian forces struck while emergency and rescue services were on the ground providing aid to the first attack victims.

Ten individuals were hurt in total, with three requiring hospitalization and the remainder receiving on-site medical attention. Firefighters extinguished a blaze that engulfed several floors of the building. Over 70 firefighters responded to the aftermath of the attacks.

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