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Putin promised Trump a ceasefire in Ukraine, but Russia fiercely attacks Odessa

Putin promised Trump a ceasefire in Ukraine, but Russia fiercely attacks Odessa

US President Donald Trump had declared days earlier after a phone conversation with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, that a ceasefire agreement had been reached for 30 days.

But the Russian dictator is continuing to carry out harsh attacks on civilian infrastructure.

The Ukrainian city of Odessa is being attacked by Russian drones, the president's chief of staff, Volodymyr Zelensky, has said.


"Odessa is on fire," Andriy Yermak declared briefly, writes skynews.

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Russian drones are hitting civilian targets in the city and there are casualties, the local regional governor said.

"There are civilian casualties, including in a multi-storey residential building, a shopping mall and shops," Oleg Kiper said. Three people were injured, including a little girl, he added.

It is also reported that a large shopping mall has also been hit, which can be seen burning completely.

Otherwise, Russia began its invasion of the Ukrainian state on February 24, 2022, causing thousands of casualties and extensive material damage. /Telegraph/