On February 23, local authorities reported that Russian attacks on Ukraine resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and injuries to 26 others within a 24-hour period. Russia launched a total of 126 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile during the overnight attacks, with Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepting 105 drones. However, 20 drones and the missile reached their targets, impacting 11 different locations within Ukraine, with debris falling in one area.

The attacks were particularly severe in Odesa Oblast, where a drone strike led to the deaths of a 20-year-old woman and a 45-year-old man, with three other individuals suffering injuries, including two who are reported to be in critical condition. The strikes targeted various facilities, including industrial and civil infrastructure. One drone notably struck an apartment building, but fortunately, it did not detonate, preventing further casualties.

In Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Russian strikes resulted in two fatalities and four injuries. Reports indicate that Russian forces executed a staggering 754 strikes across 44 settlements in the region, highlighting the continuing violence and unrest in Ukraine. The local governors of the affected areas are actively informing the public about the impacts of these attacks as they monitor the ongoing situation and coordinate responses.