Ukrainian Drones Strike Wildberries Warehouses; Expert: Target is Russia’s Economy
In recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have increasingly targeted warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries. Experts say that while Kyiv argues these are legitimate targets due to the sale of dual-use goods, the primary aim is to pressure Russia’s economy and society.
Over the past several weeks, Ukrainian forces have intensified drone strikes on Russian territory, focusing on warehouses of "Wildberries," Russia's largest e-commerce platform. According to experts, although Kyiv officially justifies these attacks as legitimate because the site sells dual-use items that can be used in the war, the underlying objective is broader.
The main goal is to weaken Russia's economy and create societal pressure. Wildberries is a key player in Russian e-commerce, and its logistics centers are vital for the domestic market. Drone strikes disrupt supply chains and cause economic damage.
Analysts view this tactic as part of Ukraine's strategy to target infrastructure indirectly supporting the war effort. While Wildberries is not a military company, its operations contribute to Russia's economic stability, which is essential for sustaining the conflict. Ukrainian officials emphasize that the choice of targets is linked to the availability of goods that could have military applications.
