**Explosion Hits Police Station in Odesa Oblast**
A woman has died and others are injured after an explosion at a police station in Odesa Oblast. The incident occurred on March 23, according to regional police officials.
The cause of the blast is not yet clear, but it comes amid repeated Russian attacks in the area. Just two days earlier, Russian drones hit Odesa Oblast, injuring three people and damaging infrastructure.
**Odesa Oblast Under Attack**
Odesa Oblast has been a frequent target for Russian drone and missile attacks throughout the war. The region is situated along the Black Sea in southwestern Ukraine.
“We can’t let Russia get away with this,” said Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, referencing the recent attacks. “Russia’s systematic terror against civilians contradicts its own statements about peace and undermines peace efforts.”
**U.S. Seeks to Broker Peace**
The U.S. plans to hold separate meetings with Ukrainian and Russian delegates on March 24, in an effort to broker a truce. The talks come as the White House still believes it could achieve a peace agreement by Easter.
However, sources close to the negotiations have expressed doubts about Russia’s commitment to finding a peaceful solution.
**Casualties Mount**
The latest attacks in Odesa Oblast follow reports of casualties among Russian forces. At least 1,470 Russian soldiers have been killed or injured just over the past day.
The death toll includes airborne assault groups and drone operators, according to videos from the battlefield.
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