Zelenskiy strips Odesa mayor of Ukrainian citizenship. It sounds pretty straightforward, doesn’t it? The headline certainly gets right to the point, but the details… well, they’re a bit more complex. From what I understand, President Zelenskiy has taken the drastic step of removing the Ukrainian citizenship of the mayor of Odesa. This is a significant move, and it’s generating a lot of discussion, mostly about the charges.
The core reason for stripping the mayor of citizenship seems to be his alleged possession of Russian citizenship. The Ukrainian government apparently has evidence, including what they say is confirmation from Russia itself, that he holds a Russian passport.… Continue reading
On July 3, a Russian missile and drone strike on Odesa damaged the building of the Chinese Consulate General. Following the attack, Ukrainian officials discovered a Chinese-made component in a Russian-Iranian Shahed-136 drone. China, a key partner of Russia, has yet to acknowledge the incident or any damage to its diplomatic premises. Furthermore, reports suggest China’s support for Russia’s war effort is expanding, with a high-level official stating Beijing cannot afford for Russia to lose the war.
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On the night of June 27-28, Russian forces launched 23 Shahed loitering munitions and decoy drones from Primorsko-Akhtarsk in Russia and Cape Chauda in occupied Crimea. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 22 of the drones, primarily targeting the Odesa region. While the majority were neutralized, a hit was reported in Odesa, and debris from the downed drones fell in eight locations. This attack follows a prior drone strike in Odesa on the evening of June 27, which resulted in the death of a married couple and injuries to two children.
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On June 10th, 2025, a large-scale Russian attack using ballistic missiles and drones targeted Kyiv and Odesa, resulting in casualties and significant damage. In Kyiv, four people were injured, and historical sites like St. Sophia Cathedral were struck. Odesa suffered two fatalities and at least eight injuries, with infrastructure including a maternity hospital and film studio damaged. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted a significant portion of the launched projectiles (213 drones and 7 missiles), but the attack underscored Russia’s continued aggression despite international peace efforts. This followed a similarly large-scale attack the previous day.
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Russian missiles killing 20 innocent people in Odesa is not just a statistic or a headline for me. It is a harsh reality that sends shivers down my spine and fills me with a deep sense of anger and helplessness. The fact that this attack was a double tap, targeting those who rushed to aid the victims, speaks volumes about the ruthless disregard for human life that Putin’s regime exhibits. The deliberate targeting of civilians is a cowardly act that should be condemned without hesitation.
The response from Zelenskiy to vow retaliation against Russia is understandable, given the continuous onslaught of violence and bloodshed that Ukraine has faced at the hands of its aggressor.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker