Russian drone strike hits Odesa, killing two and injuring five

13 November, 09:55 AM
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Aftermath of a Russian drone strike on Odesa, November 13, 2026 (Photo: Odesa Oblast Military Administration)

Aftermath of a Russian drone strike on Odesa, November 13, 2026 (Photo: Odesa Oblast Military Administration)

Russian drones struck Odesa on the morning of November 13, killing two people and injuring five others, Regional Governor Oleh Kiper reported.

Two of the injured are in serious condition. The initial strike damaged a house, and a second strike hit additional homes and vehicles.

Odesa Oblast Military Administration
Photo: Odesa Oblast Military Administration

Emergency crews are working at the scene.

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of jet-powered drones approaching Odesa at roughly 7:20 a.m. local time.

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Russian forces launched 117 drones — 63 of which were jet-powered — against Ukraine overnight on November 13. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 80 enemy UAVs — 39 of which were jet-powered. The attack struck Kyiv, Rivne, Vinnytsia and other regions.

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