Ukrainian drones target Russian e-commerce warehouse
Ukrainian drones struck a warehouse belonging to Russian online retailer Wildberries near Saint Petersburg, causing a large fire and disrupting the city. The attack is part of a series of long-range strikes by Ukraine on Russian logistics and energy sites. Local officials reported injuries and significant operational impacts for the company. The incident highlights the ongoing escalation between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides increasing the intensity of their attacks.
What we know
- Ukrainian drones hit a Wildberries warehouse near Saint Petersburg, triggering a fire and smoke over the city.
- Alexander Drozdenko, governor of the Leningrad region, reported that three people were wounded in the strike.
- It was the third overnight attack on Wildberries sites in the past week, with a previous strike outside Moscow killing eight workers and destroying a facility.
- Saint Petersburg’s Pulkovo airport suspended flights during the attack, with around 50 departures disrupted before resuming operations around 06:00 (0300 GMT).
- The United Nations reported a surge in civilian deaths in 2026, stating June was the deadliest month since mid-2022.
