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Russia claims to have struck two Ukrainian ships in the Black Sea, while a Russian drone reportedly crossed into Moldovan airspace during an attack on Ukraine. Separately, a Greek-run tanker carrying Russian oil was also attacked in the Black Sea.
A massive fire has engulfed a Wildberries warehouse, dubbed 'Russian Amazon,' following what is described as Ukraine's largest ever drone strike, part of a campaign targeting Russian infrastructure.
Ukraine conducted one of its largest drone attacks on Moscow Oblast, resulting in damage to a Wildberries warehouse.
A massive drone attack has struck the Moscow region, resulting in a Wildberries warehouse being set on fire.
A significant Ukrainian strike on Moscow has reportedly caused a Wildberries logistics hub to catch fire and led to the grounding of flights in the area.
Russia and Ukraine are trading accusations over deadly overnight drone attacks, with Russia claiming millions of books burned in Ukrainian strikes on warehouses after its own attacks on Ukrainian publishers.
NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Latvian airspace, with Latvia blaming 'Russian electromagnetic warfare' for the incident. This marks the second time this summer that NATO aircraft have intervened to neutralize a drone in the region.
Ukraine's drone strikes have significantly impacted Wildberries, often referred to as Russia's 'Amazon,' knocking out 27% of its warehouse capacity and leading to estimated losses of up to $8.5 billion, severely affecting Russia's logistics.
An analyst discusses the post-Soviet nature of both Ukrainian and Russian armies, noting that Ukraine's strikes on Russian online retailer Wildberries' warehouses have destroyed a fifth of its facilities. Ukraine justifies these attacks by claiming military material flows through the company.
Russia has estimated the total losses for Wildberries and its sellers from Ukrainian drone attacks to be between RUB 600-800 billion, approximately US$6-8.5 billion.
Ukrainian forces are reportedly attacking Wildberries trucks delivering goods to Crimea, with at least two successful strikes and one drone missing its target.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has presented a new peace proposal to the United States aimed at ending the war with Russia. Zelensky also warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin plans a large-scale mobilization of hundreds of thousands of troops after the upcoming elections.
A fire reportedly broke out at an oil refinery in the Russian Far East, approximately 6500 kilometers from Ukraine, while a logistics center for the Russian online retailer Wildberries was simultaneously attacked in the Voronezh region. Ukrainian Telegram channels reported these incidents.
A large fire erupted at a Wildberries logistics complex near Voronezh overnight, following reports of explosions and evacuations in the area.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian oil-refining city of Nizhnekamsk, located deep within Russia, has killed 13 people, including a child. This marks one of the deadliest Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory in two years.
Ukrainian drones reportedly struck S-400 'Triumf' anti-aircraft missile system positions in Gelendzhik, Russia's Krasnodar region, near President Putin's residence, following earlier attacks on Wildberries warehouses.
As Ukraine repeatedly strikes warehouses of the e-commerce site Wildberries, Tatyana Kim, its billionaire co-founder, faces her biggest test yet.
Wildberries, Russia's largest online retail platform, announced it is seeking partners to open new warehouse hubs after its existing facilities have been targeted by Ukrainian drones for three weeks.
The burning warehouses of Wildberries, a major online retailer, are posing a significant threat to the Russian economy and causing distress for small businesses reliant on the platform.
Drones attacked the 'Wildberries' logistics complex in Yekaterinburg - the city is located more than 1700 kilometers from the border with Ukraine, reports the portal 'RBC-Ukraine', citing ASTRA and monitoring...
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck oil refineries in the Yaroslavl and Bashkortostan regions of Russia, with authorities in the Tver region also reporting damage to a Wildberries warehouse.
The director of a Russian drone manufacturing company, known for producing 'Ghoul' drones, was seriously injured in a car explosion near Yekaterinburg. Media reports indicate he was critically wounded in the blast.
Russian online retail giant Wildberries, one of the country's largest sources of tax revenue, is facing panic among business leaders as its warehouses are now being targeted by Ukrainian drones, potentially costing Putin dearly.
A wave of Russian missile and drone attacks targeted Kyiv and its surrounding region overnight, resulting in at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries. Ukrainian officials described it as one of the most tragic attacks to date, with emergency services searching for people potentially trapped under rubble.
A Russian drone was captured on video deliberately targeting a civilian vegetable seller at a market in Kherson, Ukraine. This incident is part of ongoing Russian attacks in the region, which also include strikes on Wildberries warehouses.
Five people were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike in the Moscow region, marking a rise in civilian casualties. The attack reportedly targeted Wildberries sites.
Ukrainian drone strikes targeted Wildberries facilities in multiple Russian cities, including St Petersburg and Tver. Five people were killed in the Moscow region, marking a rise in civilian casualties from the attacks.
Pēc Ukrainas dronu triecieniem naktī uz otrdienu Krievijā Krasnijborā, netālu no Sanktpēterburgas, izcēlies ugunsgrēks tirdzniecības platformas "Wildberries" noliktavā, vēsta Ukrainas un Krievijas…
Wildberries, a major e-commerce retailer, has prohibited its warehouse employees from bringing smartphones with cameras into their workplaces. This new policy aims to enhance security and prevent unauthorized photography within its facilities.
Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia killed at least eight people and set a Wildberries warehouse ablaze. Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, resulted in multiple casualties and a hazardous substance leak.
A Russian drone attack on a Rozetka warehouse in Ukraine resulted in the death of one employee and injuries to seven others, following recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian targets.
Tatyana Kim, founder of the Russian marketplace Wildberries, stated that drone strikes constitute force majeure, meaning the company is not obligated to compensate sellers for goods lost due to these attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported attacks on three logistics centers located 500 to 1300 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, describing them as a 'just response' to Moscow's actions.
Ukraine has confirmed strikes on Russian logistics centers, a maritime terminal, and a refinery in Volgograd, while a Russian ballistic missile reportedly destroyed a US-owned drone factory in Kyiv. These events mark an escalation in cross-border attacks and strategic targeting.
Ukraine has intensified its strikes, hitting two more warehouses belonging to Russian online retailer Wildberries and a Russian electronic warfare system in Crimea. These actions come amidst ongoing conflict and reports of casualties from Russian missile strikes in Lviv.
Ukrainians are continuing a campaign targeting Wildberries warehouses, which a Ukrainian firm director suggests could threaten Russia's banking system by impacting its second-largest bank.
A drone attack on the Russian city of Penza sparked a significant fire at a Wildberries logistics center, leading to employee evacuations and air-raid sirens sounding across the city.
Ukrainian drones reportedly destroyed eight warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, during July, accounting for nearly 15.4% of the company's total warehouse capacity.
Reports indicate that Russia is weighing state support for the e-commerce giant Wildberries, potentially in response to recent drone strikes.
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck southern Japan, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and significant damage to infrastructure, including collapsed bridges and damaged roads. Rescuers are in a race against time to find survivors trapped under rubble, with hundreds of thousands evacuated.
Following systematic drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and tankers, Ukraine has broadened its campaign to include Russia's logistics infrastructure, targeting warehouses belonging to companies like Wildberries.
Warehouses belonging to the e-commerce platform Wildberries have suffered significant damage from drone attacks, leading to immense losses for the business and prompting the company to implement measures to disclaim responsibility.
Ukraine has reportedly brought the war to Russia with drone attacks targeting at least seven Wildberries depots across the country, impacting shoppers and small businesses.
Russia launched missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, hitting a supermarket in Chernihiv and Ukrainian port infrastructure, while also reportedly seeking more North Korean soldiers. Concurrently, Romanian forces intercepted and shot down multiple Russian drones that intruded into NATO airspace for the third consecutive day.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russia intends to recruit an additional 30,000 North Korean soldiers to fight in Ukraine. Zelensky warned that this move poses a threat beyond Ukraine and has instructed intelligence to share information with partners regarding Russia's new assistance to Iran.
A drone threat in Yekaterinburg, Russia, has disrupted operations at Wildberries and led to the cancellation of athletics championships.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on a private training ground near Kyiv, where a defense event was taking place, resulted in 10 deaths and approximately 100 injuries. Ukraine has launched an investigation into the deadly attack.
Following drone attacks on Wildberries logistics centers, videos have emerged of Russians complaining about lost goods and money, with experts estimating billions in losses.
Recent Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted large logistics warehouses of the Russian company Wildberries, described as 'Russian Amazon,' in what is seen as a direct blow to Russia's war logistics, financial system, and social stability.
Ukrainian attacks on Wildberries warehouses in Russia have caused significant losses for Armenian sellers. These strikes are seen as Ukraine bringing the war to Russian territory.
Wildberries, often referred to as the 'Russian Amazon,' has grown from a modest family business into a major e-commerce player in less than two decades and has now become a regular target for Ukraine.
Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly attacked Wildberries warehouses and energy complex targets in Russia overnight, hitting the 'NS-Oil' refinery in Novospasskoe, Ulyanovsk region.
Russian forces attacked a Kharkiv petrol station with an FPV drone for the second time in a single day, injuring a woman, and also conducted an airstrike on a gas station in the Sumy region. These incidents highlight ongoing Russian targeting of Ukrainian infrastructure.
The Kremlin confirmed that Russian online retailer Wildberries experienced losses following attacks on its warehouses. This incident suggests potential disruptions to Russian e-commerce infrastructure.
Ukraine has launched strikes on two large Wildberries warehouses near Moscow and in Tambov, resulting in the deaths of eight people. The attacks are seen as an effort to target Russia's economy.
Ukraine has reportedly struck a warehouse belonging to the online retailer Wildberries, which it considers a military target due to thousands of military-suitable products sold on its platform. Entrepreneurs are now complaining about their losses with no compensation expected.
Ukraine is increasingly targeting warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's equivalent of Amazon, in its ongoing conflict.
Drone strikes on Wildberries, one of Russia's largest online retailers, have been identified as one of the costliest attacks on the country's commercial infrastructure since the start of the war, severely impacting small entrepreneurs.
Workers at Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, describe chaotic scenes during a fire at its biggest warehouse, which was reportedly hit by Ukrainian drone strikes. The company is offering sellers discounts and loans but no compensation for destroyed goods.
Ukrainian drone attacks targeted Russian logistics centers, including a Wildberries warehouse storing drone components, and an oil depot in the Moscow region, resulting in at least seven deaths. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the strikes on two significant logistics facilities in Russia.
Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries will no longer compensate sellers for products damaged under force majeure circumstances, including artillery, drone, and missile strikes, as well as political protests, labor strikes, and riots, effective July 7.
Russia declared a May 8-9 ceasefire for war commemoration, while Ukraine announced its own separate truce beginning on May 6. Both nations declared these ceasefires independently, leading to competing announcements.
Wildberries, a major online marketplace, is experiencing a significant increase in consumer demand for Asian food and health products on its platform.
Vladislav Bakalchuk replaces Felix Lieb, who briefly served as M.Video’s CEO in 2025 as the company pushed to expand its online marketplace.
This article profiles Tatyana Kim, Russia's wealthiest woman with an estimated net worth of $8.1 billion, who founded the e-commerce giant Wildberries, a company reportedly targeted by Ukrainian drone strikes.
Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on Russia, hitting a Wildberries warehouse and other sites.
Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on Russia, targeting the Moscow region and damaging a major warehouse, while Russia retaliated with strikes on Ukrainian cities including Odesa and Sumy. The attacks resulted in injuries and significant damage to infrastructure on both sides.
Both Russia and Ukraine have increasingly targeted industrial facilities, with recent drone and missile attacks affecting a Wildberries warehouse in Russia, a steel plant in Kryvyi Rih, and a refinery in Kremenchuk.
Ukraine's HUR claims cyberattack on Wildberries, Russian sellers complain of more disruption The Kyiv Independent
Major Russian e-commerce platforms, including Wildberries, are appealing to the Kremlin for hundreds of billions of roubles in aid, facing significant economic pressure. This comes as Russia continues to launch drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian civilian and critical infrastructure, causing casualties and damage.
Over eleven million books were destroyed in a fire at a Wildberries warehouse, a Russian e-commerce giant, reportedly caused by Ukrainian attacks, with the incident drawing comparisons to 'Fahrenheit 451'.
Roy.Market, a Russian marketplace for dual-use drone parts, is reportedly relaunching with a full military focus, drawing sellers from retailers like Wildberries, whose warehouses have been targeted by Ukraine.
Russian online retailer Wildberries and its sellers are facing estimated combined losses of hundreds of billions of rubles due to Ukrainian drone attacks. Rebuilding destroyed warehouses and infrastructure could cost between 147 billion and 223 billion rubles.
Several Russian regions were subjected to a massive drone attack overnight on August 13, with a refinery and a Wildberries warehouse catching fire in Bashkortostan, two people injured, and a power outage reported in Sevastopol.
Ukraine has reportedly ceased attacks on tankers following a US request, but continues to target Russian ports, with recent drone strikes causing damage and operational halts at grain terminals and an oil refinery in Novorossiysk and Orsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine's ombudsman reports at least 375 Ukrainian deaths in Russian captivity, and law enforcement has charged Russian detention center staff with torture.
Ukraine has confirmed strikes on Russian oil refineries, including one in Orsk, and logistics centers, with reports indicating significant damage and colossal losses for a major online marketplace warehouse. These attacks are occurring deep within Russian territory, far from the front lines.
Ukrajinské údery na objekty Wildberries – internetového prodejce vlastněného nejbohatší Ruskou a přezdívaného „ruský Amazon“ – zničily už přes pětinu jeho skladové kapacity.
A fire has been reported at a Russian oil refinery located more than 6,000 kilometers from Ukraine, with the incident occurring as the Wildberries online retailer was reportedly targeted again.
The Russian Central Bank has called on lenders to provide support to businesses impacted by recent attacks on Wildberries warehouses, with Sberbank already receiving thousands of loan restructuring applications.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Belgrade, Serbia, meeting with President Aleksandar Vucic to discuss humanitarian aid, trade, and Ukraine's path to the EU. Zelenskyy also announced an agreement with the U.S. for monthly deliveries of interceptor missiles, though he noted they are insufficient to meet Ukraine's needs.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted warehouses belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries, causing significant damage and leading the company to introduce drone-attack insurance.
Ukrainian drones have once again targeted a Wildberries logistics center, causing a fire at a warehouse in Yekaterinburg, over 2,000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
Emeritus Professor Martti Koskenniemi commented on attacks targeting Wildberries in Ukraine, suggesting that they could constitute war crimes, especially as the line between civilian and military assets blurs.
Ukraine has launched a new strategy to disrupt Russia's economy by targeting logistics warehouses, including those of 'Russian Amazon' Wildberries, aiming to impact thousands of small businesses and Russian households.
Rusia a anunțat joi că a doborât în cursul nopții 605 drone ucrainene deasupra a aproximativ douăzeci dintre regiunile sale și deasupra peninsulei Crimeea, transmite France Presse.
Ukraine's drone campaign is now threatening to disrupt the growth of Russia's online retail sector, which has thrived since the invasion, with attacks specifically targeting companies like Wildberries.
A series of Russian missile and drone strikes on the Kyiv region resulted in the deaths of at least 17 people and numerous injuries. The attacks caused significant damage, with officials highlighting Ukraine's vulnerability to such assaults.
Przedstawiamy przegląd najważniejszych wydarzeń mijającej nocy: Ukraina przeprowadziła atak powietrzny na obwód tulski, ucierpiało m.in.
Ukraine has launched a series of drone attacks on multiple Wildberries logistics centers across Russia, including one near Moscow that killed five people. Ukrainian officials confirmed strikes on at least 15-20 warehouses belonging to the Russian online retailer.
New attacks have been reported on Wildberries warehouses in Russia, resulting in fatalities. These incidents follow previous strikes on the Russian online retailer's logistics centers.
A logistics center belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retail platform, was completely destroyed by a fire in the Krasnoyarsk district of the Samara region, with only the administrative building surviving.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a crowded beach in southern Russia killed at least seven people, including three children, and injured dozens more. Russian authorities accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians, while Ukraine also reported its sea drones struck Russian radar systems in occupied Crimea.
Ukraine launched drone attacks on multiple Russian targets, including a Wildberries warehouse in the Vladimir region and a technological university, while Russia simultaneously attacked energy infrastructure in six Ukrainian regions. These strikes resulted in casualties and widespread power outages.
Experts are analyzing Ukraine's objectives in attacking online retailers like Wildberries and Ozon, and assessing the likelihood of achieving its aims.
Prices on Russian e-commerce platforms surged after Ukraine reportedly destroyed Wildberries' main logistics centers. The price increases are attributed to the platform itself, which is recovering losses at the expense of hundreds of thousands of small sellers.
Tatyana Kim, founder and CEO of Wildberries, addressed sellers, customers, and the business community in a video, calling Ukrainian drone strikes on her company's warehouses 'terrorist attacks' and discussing damage and compensation.
Ukrainian drones are actively attacking warehouses belonging to the e-commerce giant Wildberries. Ukrainian military commander Robert Brovdis (Madiar) ironically sent 'greetings' to Russians in response.
The online retailer Wildberries has reportedly been subjected to another attack.
A Russian missile, identified as a Kh-101, landed in eastern Poland, prompting NATO to monitor the risk of the Ukraine war spilling over and strengthening its readiness to defend against threats.
Approximately 1,500 Wildberries sellers in Russia's Leningrad region lost their goods in a warehouse fire, reportedly caused by Ukrainian drone attacks, with the governor promising support.
Former President Donald Trump threatened to hit Iran 'very hard' in retaliation for recent Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan. He stated that it is now the U.S.'s turn to strike, indicating an imminent and forceful response.
Russian authorities have accused Telegram founder Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism and have issued an international arrest warrant for him. This move is part of Russia's ongoing crackdown on online platforms.
Po virtinės ukrainiečių dronų smūgių didžiausios Rusijos elektroninės prekybos platformos „Wildberries“ logistikos centrams visoje šalyje, įmonė ėmė ieškoti sandėlių Kazachstane.
Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, announced it has paid 40 million rubles ($508,582) in compensation to the families of victims affected by Ukrainian attacks on its warehouses.
Marina Gorshkova, a Russian entrepreneur and founder of a cosmetics brand, has appealed to Russian authorities for assistance following Ukrainian strikes on Wildberries warehouses. She has a significant social media following.
Ukrainian strikes on Wildberries warehouses have ignited a debate among Russian citizens regarding the legitimacy of such targets. Readers are weighing in on whether these attacks are justified given Russia's actions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to discuss a drone agreement and other matters, while Zelensky warned that Russian President Putin is preparing for a new mobilization of 300,000 to 500,000 people. The meeting followed a Ukrainian attack on a Russian ship reportedly carrying weapons to Iran.
Major Russian online retailers, including Megamarket, Wildberries, and Ozon, have updated their terms to disclaim responsibility for goods lost due to drone attacks.
Russia accused Ukraine of killing 11 civilians, including children, in a strike on a tourist camp, while Ukraine reportedly hit a Russian refinery. Both sides reported multiple casualties as intense fighting continued, particularly in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions.
A drone attack has targeted Yekaterinburg in Russia, causing a fire to break out on the grounds of a Wildberries warehouse, nearly 2,000 km from the battlefield.
Ukrainian drones attacked the Leningrad region overnight, causing a massive fire at a Wildberries warehouse near St. Petersburg, Russia's largest online trading platform.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted various Russian facilities, including an oil refinery and a significant portion of a major retail giant's warehouse space. These strikes are impacting Russia's economic and logistical capabilities.
An article investigates the frequent and intense fires occurring at Wildberries warehouses across Russia, raising questions about their causes and impact.
The Russian e-commerce platform Wildberries has incurred colossal losses, equivalent to its entire annual profit, following an attack on one of its warehouses in Ukraine.
Ukraine has intensified its long-range attacks, targeting multiple warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer. These drone attacks have caused significant damage and represent a new focus in Ukraine's strategy against Russian infrastructure.
Ukrainian drone attacks on warehouses of Russia's largest online marketplaces, including Wildberries, have prompted these companies to narrow their liability to sellers. This situation has put Russian businesses under strain and raised questions about potential violations of the laws of war.
First satellite images have emerged, indicating the scale of fires following drone attacks on Wildberries logistics centers in Krasnodar and Nevinomyssk.
Delfi.ru's broadcast covers the return of the energy crisis, a sharp rise in fuel prices, new attacks on Wildberries, and mentions the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Drapatiy.
New images and videos confirm the complete destruction of Wildberries' logistics facility, dubbed 'Russian Amazon,' in Elektrostal, west of Moscow, following a severe Ukrainian drone attack.
Moscow was targeted by over 400 drones, according to the city's mayor, as the Ukraine war continues, with reports suggesting Russia is using more ballistic missiles than it produces and potential military chief changes following the defense minister's sacking.
An analysis piece discusses whether Russian public apathy and fatigue could destabilize the regime, referencing events like the Wildberries fire.
Several Russian regions, including Moscow, Tambov, and Voronezh, experienced a massive drone attack on the night of July 18. Strikes were specifically aimed at Wildberries logistics centers in the Moscow suburbs and Kotovsk in the Tambov region.
Drones hit a warehouse of the retailer Wildberries in Russia. Zelensky speaks of a response to the attacks on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure.
Per kelias Ukrainos surengtas bepiločių orlaivių atakų bangas Rusijos Tambovo srityje žuvo septyni sandėlio darbuotojai, kelios dešimtys žmonių buvo sužeisti, o dar viena ataka sukėlė gaisrą naftos…
Avito, Ozon, and Wildberries, Russia's three largest online marketplaces, have banned fuel sales on their platforms following a request from the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS).
Russian online marketplaces Wildberries and Ozon, along with grocery retailer VkusVill, have reportedly begun restricting access for users connected to popular VPN services.
A court has sentenced Chechen individuals for a shooting incident near a Wildberries office that resulted in the deaths of two Ingush security guards, with one suspect reportedly serving in Ukraine.
85% of Uzbekistan Residents Celebrate International Women’s Day, Half Will Spend Up to 1 Million Soums on Gifts — Wildberries Study UzDaily.uz
Ukraine has launched drone attacks targeting a Wildberries warehouse near Moscow, causing a fire at the facility. These attacks aim to disrupt Russia's economy and morale by striking at its largest online marketplace.
A drone crossing into Romania was shot down by NATO jets, while Ukrainian forces struck another Wildberries logistics center in Moscow, which also suffered an attack on its historic Petrivka book market.
Ukraine claims to have destroyed seven out of ten major Wildberries warehouses in Russia and reports a spectacular attack that resulted in the loss of unique and valuable Russian weapons.
NATO jets scrambled to shoot down a suspected Russian drone that violated Romanian airspace over Galați. NATO officials stated the drone appears to be Russian, and Romania has informed allies while vowing coordinated action.
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence claims its Cyber Corps launched a cyberattack on Russian online retailer Wildberries, causing disruptions to its services and payment system.
Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine resulted in civilian casualties, including a mother and her nine-year-old son killed in a strike on Sumy Oblast. Multiple other individuals were injured in various regions, with reports also indicating Ukrainian strikes on Russian targets.
Russia is introducing an online platform, an equivalent to Wildberries, specifically for military goods. The project will work with external sellers, including those partnered with Wildberries and Ozon, aiming to better connect supply and demand for military items.
The Kyiv Independent explores the question of whether the e-commerce platform Wildberries could be considered a legitimate military target.
A former Ukrainian submarine commander who defected to Russia was killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, with unconfirmed reports identifying the victim as a Russian serviceman. This incident follows other Ukrainian military actions, including the destruction of a Russian command post and claims of damaging air defense systems in Crimea.
Following issues with fuel, Russians may now face disruptions to online commerce platforms like Wildberries, suggesting broader economic impacts or restrictions.
Advertising spending on the e-commerce platform Wildberries has significantly decreased, with many advertisers freezing or cutting promotional budgets across major retail categories, reportedly due to Ukrainian drone attacks.
Ukraine reported that Russia used North Korean missiles in recent attacks, causing at least 12 deaths, while Ukrainian forces claimed to have struck a Russian oil refinery in Orsk, approximately 1,500 km from the front line. President Zelensky warned that Russia is preparing for escalation by bringing in military equipment from North Korea.
Krievijas uzbrukumos Ukrainai naktī uz otrdienu, 11. augustu, visvairāk cietusi Zaporižja, kur nogalināti vismaz seši cilvēki, bet ievainoti 19 cilvēki, apstiprināja apgabala kara administrācijas…
Ukrainian drones launched a deadly attack on a petrochemical plant in Russia's Tyumen region, over 2,200 kilometers from the border, killing at least 13 people and injuring 75. This strike marks a significant escalation, with Ukraine's President Zelensky stating that Siberia is now within reach of deep strikes.
Brovdi said strikes on Wildberries will continue to make Russians feel the consequences of the war and prevent the business from recovering quickly.
Kyiv has been hit by ballistic missile attacks, causing explosions and fires, while Ukrainian drones have increasingly targeted warehouses of Wildberries, Russia's largest e-commerce business, impacting its billionaire co-founder.
Ukraine's Defense Ministry reported intercepting only 29 out of 195 Russian ballistic missiles in July, highlighting worsening air defense shortages as Russian attacks continue to kill and injure civilians across various regions.
Ukraine reportedly carried out a record-distance attack, hitting a Wildberries warehouse 1,700 kilometers from the border, while the Russian e-commerce giant faces potential bankruptcy without Kremlin intervention.
A logistics center belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retail platform, is reportedly on fire in Yekaterinburg. The company stated the fire was caused by a Ukrainian attack, marking another strike on Russian infrastructure.
Ukraine has launched drone attacks on two oil refineries located deep within Russian territory, causing significant damage and fires. This action marks a continued effort by Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure.
Ukraine is reportedly targeting Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, with the aim of disrupting supply lines to the front, though this is not the sole objective.
Ukraine is reportedly attacking Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, with the aim of disrupting supplies to the front lines.
Ukraine: struck at least 20 Wildberries warehouses, hit at least 25 oil refineries and other oil and gas infrastructure facilities — knocking out a third of Russia’s oil refining capacity — and…
Ukrainian forces have been targeting warehouses belonging to the Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries for weeks, with recent attacks hitting three more facilities and resulting in five deaths. In response, the company is reportedly building new warehouses in Kazakhstan.
Both Russia and Ukraine launched attacks on each other's territory last night. Ukraine appears to have again carried out drone attacks on Wildberries online store warehouses in Russia.
A Russian missile attack on Kyiv resulted in at least one fatality and twelve injuries. The incident occurred amidst ongoing conflict, with Ukraine also reportedly attacking a Wildberries warehouse in Russia and President Zelenskyy dismissing the Ukrainian ambassador to the USA.
Ukrainian drone attacks on the Moscow region have resulted in five deaths and multiple injuries, with several warehouses, including a Wildberries facility, being hit. These strikes are part of a broader series of Ukrainian long-range attacks on Russian territory, including other cities and a Turkish ship in the Black Sea.
A review reveals that the Russian e-commerce platform Wildberries has been increasingly used by Russian war volunteers to send goods, leading to Ukraine almost daily attacking the company's warehouses since mid-July.
Bombe su Zaporizhzia, raid russo su stazione di servizio: morto un bimbo. Nuovo attacco a magazzini di Wildberries a Vladimir, incendio nei magazzini.
Ukrainian forces have reportedly carried out strikes on a Russian oil refinery, an airbase, and a Wildberries warehouse, targeting key infrastructure.
A massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed at least nine people and wounded 28, damaging residential buildings, a school, and the Lithuanian Embassy. Ukrainian officials, including President Zelenskyy, urgently requested additional air defense systems and interceptor missiles from international partners.
Poland has summoned the Russian ambassador to protest a Russian missile incursion into its airspace, with a Kh-101 missile found on Polish territory. Concurrently, Ukraine reported an assassination attempt on one of its military commanders, which President Zelenskyy vowed to address.
Hamas has reportedly agreed to a draft disarmament plan for Gaza, contingent on Israel's withdrawal from the territory. This development follows President Trump's announcement of a peace deal, though Israel's full approval remains pending.
Donald Trump has indicated uncertainty about providing Patriot missiles to Ukraine, a stance that comes amidst ongoing discussions about US immigration policies affecting Indian students and the launch of his 'Patriot Passport' initiative. Meanwhile, Ukraine reports a deadly Russian strike using a North Korean missile and a Russian agent's sentencing for recruitment attempts.
Ukrainian drones targeted and struck multiple Wildberries warehouses in Russia's Perm Krai and Udmurtia regions. This marks the third such attack on a Wildberries facility in a single day.
Russia conducted a large-scale missile and drone attack across Ukraine, targeting cities including Kyiv, Lviv, and Kryvyi Rih, resulting in at least 13 deaths, including two children, and numerous injuries.
It has been revealed that the restoration of Wildberries' logistics warehouses could take a significant amount of time, requiring tens of millions of US dollars in investment for partial recovery.
Russian forces killed two and injured ten residents in Ukraine's Kherson Oblast, with one man dying in a drone attack. Separately, drones targeted Wildberries warehouses in Ryazan, Russia.
Donald Trump held positive meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, discussing important topics including Patriot missile licenses for Ukraine. However, his behavior at Lindsey Graham's funeral, where he appeared to doze off and offered mints, drew significant attention and social media reactions, prompting a response from the White House.
The Russian government is exploring ways to support Wildberries, the country's largest online retailer, and its related businesses, following recent drone attacks from Ukraine. State-controlled VTB bank is expected to play a key role in these efforts.
An analyst has drawn attention to a recent statement made by the CEO of Wildberries, prompting discussion and analysis.
Russian forces launched a series of attacks across Ukraine, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries in Balakliia, a drone strike on a bus in Zaporizhzhia, and damage to energy sites and a gas station in Kharkiv. These strikes also targeted a car carrying government officials in Sloviansk and a weapons exhibition in the Kyiv region, where the death toll rose to 11.
Russian online retailer Wildberries has reportedly stopped displaying military-related goods in search results for terms like 'everything for the SVO' and 'SVO,' according to Ukrainian Telegram channels.
Ukraine claimed responsibility for an unprecedented operation that led to the crash of a Russian Su-57 fighter jet, while also reporting continued Russian attacks across the front lines. Meanwhile, the Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries removed products related to the 'special military operation' from its site following Ukrainian attacks on its warehouses.
Wildberries, often referred to as Russia's "Amazon," is reportedly in Kyiv's crosshairs and has been seized by Moscow, highlighting its complex position amid the ongoing conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is preparing a massive missile attack within 48 hours and plans a new military mobilization this autumn. He also discussed Ukraine's grain export protection plan and the development of long-range strike drones.
The European Union has reached an agreement on its 21st package of sanctions against Russia, described as the strictest in four years. The new measures target Russian banks, shipping, and numerous companies, with some member states negotiating specific exemptions.
Ukrainian strikes deep within Russia have triggered a gasoline crisis, a situation expected to worsen with attacks on 'Wildberries' online trading platform logistics centers. Even Russian propagandists are acknowledging the country's vulnerabilities.
Ukraine has attacked warehouses belonging to Wildberries, a major pillar of the Russian economy, causing powerful losses. The strikes targeted what is often referred to as the "Russian Amazon."
Russia’s largest online marketplace, Wildberries, announced it would compensate sellers for goods lost in Ukrainian drone attacks, but sellers have stated that the compensation offered is not enough.
Kyrgyzstan has urged its citizens residing in Russia to exercise caution following recent drone attacks on Wildberries warehouses, which injured over 70 people, including two Kyrgyz citizens.
Explosions at Wildberries and disruptions to port operations are seen as successful implementations of sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet,' impacting oil transportation and retail logistics.
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, for a second time. The attacks have caused significant damage and financial losses for sellers, bringing the war closer to ordinary Russians.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that a difficult situation has arisen due to the losses incurred by Wildberries and its merchants following strikes on the company's logistics centers.
The Kremlin announced that the operations of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, have been affected following Ukrainian attacks on its warehouses.
Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, is reopening one of its warehouses less than a week after a Ukrainian drone strike killed eight people there. Sellers are facing challenges reclaiming their stock from the affected facilities.
Russian attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea intensified, resulting in ten deaths after a strike on a civilian maize vessel near Odesa. Several Greek-owned ships were also targeted, raising concerns about the safety of maritime trade in the region.
A Delfi broadcast discusses new Ukrainian attacks, including one on Wildberries, a new stage of the war, and the possibility of General Syrsky being removed from his position.
Ukrainian President Zelensky is reportedly considering changes to military leadership, including the potential dismissal of General Syrsky, following public protests in Ukraine. These developments come as Ukraine continues its long-range sanctions plan and faces drone attacks on Russian targets.
Wildberries, a major Russian online marketplace, has added a clause to its seller agreement to shield itself from liability for goods damaged in drone attacks. This means sellers will not be compensated for losses due to such incidents.
Wildberries and VTB Bank have announced a strategic partnership, under which VTB will acquire an initial 5% stake in RWB’s digital financial services provider, WB Bank, with an option to increase its stake over time.
Russian online retailer Wildberries, in partnership with Russ, has acquired Citymobil, Taksovichkof, and Gruzovichkof for an estimated $37-100 million. This move positions them as a direct competitor to Yandex in the ride-hailing and delivery market.
Wildberries, a major e-commerce platform, is experiencing surging consumer demand for African products, indicating a growing market interest in goods from the continent.