Missile Explodes near Ukrainian President's Meeting with Greek Prime Minister: Sources

On March 6, 2024, a missile exploded in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, causing a commotion during a high-level meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Close Call

Despite the alarming proximity of the explosion, President Zelenskyy and Prime Minister Mitsotakis escaped unharmed. The missile struck just a couple of hundred meters away from the location of their meeting, marking it as the closest call they have encountered, excluding Zelenskyy's visits to the front lines.

Assumed Target

While it is unlikely that President Zelenskyy was the intended target of the attack, sources suggest that the missile launch was part of a broader pattern of Russian aggression, targeting their usual locations. Regrettably, the attack resulted in casualties, with at least five individuals confirmed dead and several others wounded.

Statements by Zelenskyy

During a joint press conference following the incident, President Zelenskyy condemned the attack and expressed his concern about the disregard for civilian lives exhibited by the perpetrators. He acknowledged the presence of casualties and highlighted the callous nature of the assault, emphasizing the attackers' indifference towards collateral damage.