Russia's second-biggest online retailer targeted in Ukrainian strikes
Summary
Ukraine launched drone attacks on warehouses of Ozon, Russia's second-largest online retailer, in several southern regions, causing fires and injuries. These strikes follow similar attacks on Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, as part of Ukraine’s efforts to disrupt Russia's military supply and economy.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drone strikes hit Ozon's logistics centers in Krasnodar, Dagestan, Stavropol, and Adygea regions.
- Fires broke out at warehouses, and several workers were injured; some locations were evacuated.
- Russia reported that three children died in Krasnodar from a drone strike, with six more hospitalized.
- Ukraine says the strikes target dual-use goods storage that supports Russian military logistics.
- Russia denies targeting civilians, and both sides reject deliberately hitting civilian areas.
- Ozon’s shares dropped significantly following the attacks, and the Kremlin said it is considering support for affected businesses.
- Wildberries and Ozon together serve most of Russia’s population for online shopping, acting as key delivery and supply networks.
- The attacks signal increasing effects of the war on everyday Russians by hitting major commercial and economic hubs.
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