A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa killed at least two people and injured eight others, including children.

One of the victims was a woman who was walking through a park with her children when the missile hit, The Caspian Post reports via Ukraine's State Emergency Service.

Serhiy Lysak, head of the Odesa City Military Administration, confirmed the updated casualty toll as emergency crews continued rescue operations at the scene.

The children survived the attack and are receiving medical treatment, while authorities said all those affected are being provided with the necessary assistance.