Russian e-commerce giant Ozon reports Ukrainian attacks on facilities in Ufa, Orenburg

On the night of August 27, warehouses belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Ozon in Ufa and Orenburg, located in the Ural Mountains, were attacked, according to the company's report on Telegram. Ozon competes directly with Wildberries, a larger e-commerce firm colloquially referred to as Russia's Amazon, which has faced relentless strikes from Ukrainian forces.

Neither assault inflicted a significant fire, and no images of towering columns of smoke from burning warehouses emerged on social media platforms. The logistics hub in Ufa sustained minor damage but remains closed, requiring a thorough inspection. The Orenburg warehouse, however, has already resumed operations, as per Ozon's statement.

As of midday on August 27, Ukraine's military had not commented on the attack. Independent verification of the reported damage by the Kyiv Independent was not possible. Prior to targeting Ozon, Ukraine had already ravaged Wildberries facilities across the European part of Russia, including areas near Moscow, on August 22. Ukraine's Defense Ministry confirmed the strike on Ozon the following day.

Ukraine's Defense Ministry stated that systematic attacks on storage centers for dual-use goods were adversely affecting the enemy's operations and negatively impacting Russia's overall economy. After striking 15 of the largest logistics hubs belonging to Wildberries, it was now Ozon's turn. Two days later, four additional Ozon facilities fell victim to the Ukrainian strikes.

Beyond the goal of disrupting commerce in dual-use goods, Ukraine's campaign is intended to bring the effects of Russia's war closer to its citizens, potentially triggering major financial shocks in the country.