Odesa Hit by Upgraded Russian Drones After Ceasefire

Russian forces launched a massive overnight drone attack on Odesa, Ukraine, injuring at least three people and causing significant damage to residential buildings, civilian infrastructure, an educational institution, and vehicles. Odesa's mayor and regional governor confirmed that fires broke out and many apartments were damaged in densely populated areas. The attack involved upgraded Iranian-designed Shahed drones equipped with jet engines and enhanced warheads, raising concerns about Russia's advancing drone capabilities. The assault followed the end of a unilateral Easter ceasefire declared by Moscow, which Ukraine alleges was repeatedly violated by continued Russian strikes. Diplomatic efforts to end the conflict are intensifying, with upcoming talks set in London and cautious indications from both President Putin and President Zelensky about possible negotiations. Despite these diplomatic moves, Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure continue, underscoring the ongoing volatility.