A Russian retail giant’s warehouse burns after Ukraine’s latest long-range drone attack

A warehouse belonging to Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, caught fire on August 5, 2026, after Ukrainian long-range drones struck the facility in Yekaterinburg, Russia. This attack occurred more than 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) from the border between the two countries, demonstrating Ukraine's long-range drone capabilities in response to the invasion. While the warehouse suffered extensive damage, most of the merchandise inside was not affected.

Three drones targeted the Wildberries warehouse, with the roof being hit according to a regional governor and local officials. No injuries were reported among the 800 people who were evacuated from the facility. Artyom Zhoga, a representative of the Kremlin in the region, confirmed the incident.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been advocating for increased technological development, particularly in air defense systems, to counter Russian ballistic missiles and protect civilian areas. The country is also pursuing new weapons and joining the European anti-ballistic development program, which involves 10 countries.

The Ukrainian drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses serve as a demonstration of Kyiv's innovative approach to warfare and have garnered international interest. These attacks have led to cooperation agreements with nine countries and ongoing negotiations with 15 others, according to Ukrainian officials.