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Russian Attack on Odesa Ports Leaves One Dead, Five Injured, Significant Damage Reported

Jan 07, 2026 18:48

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Authors: Cyril Barabaltchouk
News Writer

Wreckage and damaged vehicles lie near concrete barriers and shipping containers; despite the destruction, authorities confirmed the ports of Odesa remain operational. (Source: Oleksii Kuleba)

Russia launched another attack against two ports in the southern Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to at least five others, according to Oleksii Kuleba, Deputy Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine on January 7.

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The attack caused significant damage to port facilities, including administrative buildings and containers filled with oil.

The shattered windshield of a Renault truck parked at the facility, one of several vehicles damaged during the strike on port infrastructure. (Source: Oleksii Kuleba)

A heavily damaged logistics truck sits amidst debris at the Odesa port following a Russian attack on January 7 that killed one person. (Source: Oleksii Kuleba)

Emergency services are working at the scene while ensuring safety measures are followed, and efforts to mitigate the damage continue. Despite the strike, the ports remain operational, according to Kuleba.

Previously, it was reported that Russia has stepped up drone and missile attacks on Odesa, targeting Ukraine’s main maritime gateway for grain exports and a cornerstone of the country’s economy, The Wall Street Journal reported.

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