In an overnight attack on February 12-13, Russian forces targeted energy facilities and critical infrastructure in Odesa, resulting in injuries to four individuals, one of whom is in serious condition. The Governor of Odesa, Oleh Kiper, reported that despite efforts by air defense forces, there were direct hits and falling debris from drones, leading to substantial damage to residential, industrial, and energy infrastructure.

The strikes not only injured civilians but also caused significant disruptions to essential services, including power, heat, and water supplies in the region. Local officials are currently engaged in restoration efforts to re-establish these critical services, which are crucial for the daily lives of residents. The ongoing attacks have raised concerns about the vulnerability of Ukraine’s infrastructure to repeated drone and missile strikes by Russian forces.

This incident in Odesa is part of a larger pattern of targeted attacks on Ukraine's energy sector, which have escalated in recent days. With strikes also reported in other major cities like Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, the implications of these attacks are severe, hinting at a strategic Russian effort to undermine Ukraine’s infrastructure, especially in the winter months when energy demands are at their peak.