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Three rescued, one killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine block

A Russian drone strike on a residential building in Odesa, Ukraine, on March 2, 2024, resulted in three individuals being rescued and one fatality. The attack, which occurred at approximately 11:30 PM local time, damaged multiple apartments and caused a fire. Emergency services were on the scene within minutes, working to extinguish the blaze and search for survivors. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reported that 12 residents were evacuated from the building, with rescuers continuing to search for potential victims in the debris. This incident is part of a broader pattern of Russian aerial attacks targeting Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. The specific type of drone used in the attack has not yet been identified by Ukrainian authorities, but investigations are ongoing.

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