Tatyana Kim confirms Ukrainian drone strikes have devastated Wildberries warehouses, causing significant economic losses for Russian small-business owners.
Tatyana Kim, the co-founder of Russia’s largest online retailer, confirmed that Ukrainian drones have struck multiple Wildberries warehouses, destroying billions of dollars in inventory. The strikes, which have hit at least nine facilities over the past week, have caused significant damage to the logistics network, which accounts for roughly 10% of the company's total capacity. While the administration acknowledges the economic impact, the strikes have primarily devastated independent merchants. Many small-business owners reported losing nearly all their stock to the flames, with some expressing frustration over the limited compensation offered by the company. The strikes also caused several casualties, including at least nine people killed across various regions. Ukraine defended the campaign as a legitimate economic and military strategy. Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the strikes target facilities used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment. While the Russian government denies that Wildberries is a primary military supplier, the platform remains a vital hub for consumer goods and military gear alike.