russia strikes Odesa region ports: civilian vessels damaged, power outages reported at one port

Overnight on 17 November, russia launched drone attacks on port infrastructure in Odesa region, according to Minister for Communities and Territories Development Oleksiy Kuleba and the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority (USPA).

Port equipment and several civilian vessels moored at the berths were damaged as a result of the strike.

One of the ports is experiencing power supply disruptions. Kuleba noted that specialists are already working to restore electricity.

The USPA reported that the strike targeted the Port of Izmail.

“All relevant services — the State Emergency Service, energy workers, port units and security agencies — are working on-site to eliminate the consequences of the attack. Port operations are being monitored and coordinated in accordance with safety protocols,” the authority said.

Kuleba added that there were no casualties.