A Russian missile strike has severely damaged the historic Transfiguration Cathedral in the Ukrainian city of Odesa, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The attack, which occurred on Sunday evening, killed at least one person and injured several others, according to Ukrainian authorities. The cathedral, built in the 19th century and a symbol of Orthodox Christianity in the region, was reduced to rubble.
The United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly condemned the assault as a “barbaric attack on Ukraine’s cultural heritage” and reiterated London’s unwavering support for Kyiv. The strike is part of a broader Russian campaign targeting Ukrainian infrastructure and cultural landmarks, raising concerns about deliberate violations of international law. The International Criminal Court is investigating potential war crimes.
The incident underscores the escalating conflict and Russia’s disregard for cultural preservation, as global leaders call for accountability.
