pravda.com.ua: Russia has attacked Odesa Oblast using X-22 air-launched missiles on the morning of 17 August, injuring at least four people, reports Operational Command South (South) on Facebook
"Odesa Oblast was attacked overnight by Tu-22M3 strategic aviation aircraft firing X-22 missiles. Two missiles caused destruction, with fires breaking out at one of the coastal recreation bases and in several private buildings nearby."
Operational Command Pivden (South) said that at least four civilians were injured as a result of the overnight shelling. The casualties received medical assistance, and there were no serious injuries.
A fire broke out due to the missile strike. The fire extended to an area of 600 square metres. Rescue workers managed to contain and extinguish the fire.
On the morning of 17 August, the Russians attacked Odesa Oblast using rockets, with two rockets causing destruction and fire at a recreation centre and several private buildings. Earlier, three casualties were reported.
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