During the search and rescue operation, the bodies of all 10 victims were found - the pilot and crew members of the civilian merchant vessel that was attacked by the Russians yesterday near Odesa. This was reported by the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, Oleh Kiper, as conveyed by UNN.
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According to the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, the bodies have been taken to the forensic medical examination bureau. Another eight crew members were evacuated to shore immediately after the attack.
This is the terrible price that Ukraine and the world pay for peaceful exports. People were simply doing their ordinary job, transporting corn, and in no way posed a threat to the enemy. But for the aggressor, there is no difference between a military target and civilians. And this treacherous strike is yet another confirmation of that
Russian strike on a vessel near Odesa claims lives of 10 people - AMPU20.07.26, 09:17
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Earlier, Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky reported on the Russian attack on a foreign vessel and announced decisions that will enhance the safety of navigation and help protect civilian ships and sailors from Russian attacks.