Ukraine says it shoots down 11 of 14 Russian drones

Aftermath of a Russian drone attack in Odesa

Police officer and a rescuer evacuate a local woman from an apartment building hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Odesa, Ukraine, in this handout picture released January 25, 2024. Press service of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Odesa region/Handout via REUTERS

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Russia launched 14 attack drones and five missiles at Ukraine overnight, Ukraine's air force said on Thursday, with air defence systems destroying 11 of the drones.

The air force said on its Telegram messaging channel that Russia targeted mainly southern Ukraine.

Odesa regional Governor Oleh Kiper said on Telegram that two people were injured during the attack on the Black Sea port city.

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"Despite the effective and fruitful work of air defence to repel enemy attacks, unfortunately, an industrial facility was hit in Odesa, and residential buildings and civilian infrastructure were damaged," Kiper said.

Reuters could not independently verify the report. There was no immediate comment from Russia.

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By Reuters