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Ukraine has now hit seven of Wildberries' 10 biggest warehouses
Ukrainian forces have intensified their operations, successfully damaging seven of Wildberries' ten largest warehouses, including a major facility in Podolsk. This move has been justified by Ukraine as a method to weaken Russian military supply chains, as Wildberries allegedly provides essential components for military operations. The repercussions of these strikes extend beyond logistics, reflecting Ukraine's capacity to impact critical economic infrastructures in Russia.
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Published 17 Aug 2026, 12:05 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Seven of Wildberries' ten biggest warehouses have been hit by Ukraine.
- Wildberries is considered the largest online retailer in Russia.
- The strikes include a major facility resulting in rerouted supply chains.
- The campaign impacts the Russian economy and military supply lines.
- Wildberries' operations reportedly account for over 2% of Russia's GDP.
Interesting facts
- Wildberries is often compared to Amazon for its size in Russia.
- The company handles nearly half of Russia's online orders.
- Ukrainian strikes are over 2,000 km from its border, indicating strategic reach.