Ukraine strikes Wildberries warehouses, accusing Russia's top online retailer of supplying military gear

Published Jul 30, 02:00 AM UTC

Ukraine has repeatedly struck warehouses of Wildberries, Russia's largest online marketplace, since July 18, arguing the company's logistics network supplies Russian forces with equipment including drone components, bulletproof vests, and tactical gear. The latest attack hit a sorting center in Ryazan, burning thousands of parcels. Kyiv's strategy aims to disrupt military supplies while also targeting Russia's consumer economy, as Wildberries processes about half of the country's online retail orders. Analysts say Ukraine seeks to force Russia to divert resources to protect critical economic infrastructure and bring war costs to ordinary Russians. The strikes have caused significant losses for sellers, with some warning of business collapse. The Kremlin is considering financial support for Wildberries, and the company is exploring warehouse space in Kazakhstan to reduce exposure to future attacks. However, some Russian opposition figures question the long-term military impact, arguing logistics networks can adapt quickly.