On Tuesday morning, the Russian military launched a missile strike on the outskirts of Odesa, with an impact reported near a market.

According to Ukrinform, Odesa Regional Military Administration Head Oleh Kiper stated this on Telegram.

"The enemy cynically struck the outskirts of Odesa with missiles, targeting a crowded area near a market. Civilian infrastructure has been damaged," the post said.

Emergency services are working at the scene.

Information regarding casualties and the full consequences of the attack is still being clarified.