Robert “Madyar” Brovdi, commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, reported that Ukrainian units have already struck six Wildberries warehouses on Russian territory and in the temporarily occupied Crimea.

“Six so far,” Brovdi wrote in his post, hinting that the list of targeted facilities may not be final. According to the commander, the following warehouses were struck:

• “Elektrostal” in the Moscow Region;
• “Krasnodar” in the Krasnodar Krai;
• “Nevinnomyssk” in the Stavropol Krai;
• “Shushary” in St. Petersburg;
• “Utkina Zavod” in St. Petersburg;
• “Simferopol” in the temporarily occupied Crimea.

Thus, strikes were carried out against targets in various regions of Russia—from the central part of the country to the south and the occupied Ukrainian peninsula.

What is known about the operation

The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ unmanned aerial vehicle units regularly report striking targets that could be used to support Russian military infrastructure. In this case, the targets were warehouses belonging to the major e-commerce operator Wildberries.

The Ukrainian side has not provided details regarding the types of drones used during the operation, nor has it disclosed the circumstances surrounding the destruction of each target. There is also currently no official information from the Russian side regarding the consequences of the attacks. Russian regional authorities and Wildberries representatives have not provided any confirmation or comments regarding the statement by the Unmanned Systems Forces.

Why Wildberries Warehouses May Have Been Targeted

Wildberries is one of the largest online retailers in Russia, with an extensive network of logistics centers and warehouses. Such facilities occupy significant areas and are key elements of the transportation infrastructure.

The Ukrainian military has previously stated on multiple occasions that, during strikes on Russian territory, it targets facilities that are critical to sustaining the aggressor country’s military capabilities. These strikes are taking place against the backdrop of the active use of unmanned systems in the war. Ukraine regularly employs long-range drones to attack targets deep within Russian territory.

Unmanned Systems Forces and Long-Range Strikes

The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Unmanned Systems Forces were established as a separate branch of the Ukrainian military dedicated to the development and deployment of unmanned technologies. Their operations include reconnaissance, target engagement, fire control, and other drone-based missions.

In recent years, drones have become one of the main tools of modern warfare. They allow operations to be conducted from a considerable distance, reducing risks to military personnel. The Ukrainian military regularly reports strikes on warehouses, military facilities, oil depots, and other key targets on Russian territory.

What is known so far

As of the time of Robert “Madyar” Brovdi’s statement, the Unmanned Systems Forces reported that six Wildberries warehouses had been hit. It is not yet clear whether additional strikes were carried out against other targets.

The Ukrainian side continues to use drones for operations against targets on Russian territory and in temporarily occupied territories. Further details regarding the consequences of this operation may emerge later. Robert “Madyar” Brovdi, commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, announced this on Facebook.

One of Russia’s largest oil ports on the Black Sea has suspended oil loading following drone attacks in the Novorossiysk area. The “Sheshkharis” terminal has not been conducting operations with tankers since July 22, as confirmed by vessel traffic data and satellite imagery.