Ukraine: at least 19 dead in Russian strikes on Odessa

A first missile hit houses. Then, when rescue teams arrived on the scene, a second missile landed, authorities said. Among those killed were a rescue worker and an emergency services worker.

At least ten houses in Odessa and emergency service equipment were damaged in the attack, which sparked a fire, according to Ukraine’s emergency service and the region’s governor, Oleh Kiper.

The tactic of firing a second missile at the same location, aiming to hit rescuers, is known as a “double tap” in military terms. These strikes often affect civilians.

Mr. Kiper announced that a day of mourning would be held in Odessa on Saturday, the second in less than two weeks.