**Title: Ukrainian Drone Strikes Target Russian Retailer Wildberries Warehouses**
**Published: 22 July 2026**
**Updated: 22 July 2026**
Ukrainian drone strikes have once again targeted warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, resulting in injuries to at least ten individuals, according to reports from Russian media and local officials. The attacks occurred overnight, affecting logistics hubs located in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions.
This incident marks the second time in just four days that Wildberries' facilities have been struck. Earlier, on Saturday, warehouses in Tambov and Elektrostal were hit, leading to eight fatalities and injuring 62 others. The frequency of these attacks has raised concerns regarding the safety of workers and the operational capacity of the retailer.
Wildberries owner Tatyana Kim expressed her distress over the attacks in a statement on Telegram, emphasizing the emotional toll on employees and the broader implications for the community. "There are no words to describe all the feelings and emotions caused by the attacks on ordinary people, on our employees, on us, who are simply doing our jobs," she stated. Kim reiterated the importance of continuing their operations for the benefit of the public despite the ongoing violence.
Ukrainian officials have justified the strikes by alleging that the warehouses are being utilized to supply components essential for the production of Russian drones and navigation equipment. Serhii Kuzan, chairman of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Centre, previously indicated that Wildberries' website had been used by Russian volunteers to procure military supplies. He noted that the rationale behind targeting the retailer's logistics is to disrupt the supply chains of dual-use goods, which include critical electronics and sanctioned items intended for military applications.
Kuzan further highlighted the potential economic repercussions of such attacks, suggesting that they could inflict significant damage on the Russian economy while also having a psychological impact on the Russian populace, possibly affecting public support for the ongoing conflict.
As the situation develops, the impact of these drone strikes on both the retail sector and the broader economic landscape in Russia remains to be seen. The ongoing conflict continues to escalate, with both sides engaging in actions that have far-reaching consequences for civilians and infrastructure alike.