The bodies of the pilot and nine crew members of a civilian merchant vessel struck by Russian missiles near Odesa have been recovered during a search-and-rescue operation.
Source: Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration
Quote: "The bodies have been taken to the forensic medical examination bureau. I extend my sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed. A further eight crew members were evacuated to shore immediately after the attack."
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Details: Kiper reported that the people were simply doing their ordinary job, transporting maize and posed no threat whatsoever to Russian forces.
