Wildberries under fire: Why is Ukraine targeting a Russian retail giant?
Ukraine is targeting Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, with drone attacks on its warehouses. Kyiv claims these warehouses are legitimate targets, alleging the company sells military or dual-purpose items that fuel the war effort, such as drone components and flak jackets.
The story so far
- Aug 7
- Aug 12
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Open questions and key claims
Ukraine is capable of producing its own anti-ballistic missile and launcher, with partners providing components.
Many Russians switched to Wildberries and 'really stopped going to shops' after Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Shopping on Wildberries can feel addictive, with users adding items to their basket and waiting for discounts.
Ukrainian long-range drones hit a warehouse in the Ural Mountains belonging to Russia’s biggest online retailer, Wildberries.
Three drones hit the warehouse’s roof, and 800 people were evacuated with no injuries.
Russia’s latest attacks on Ukraine have killed at least six people.
Who and where
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