Ukrainian attacks damage Ozon’s distribution centres in Russia’s south

Ozon, Russia’s second‑largest online retailer, confirmed that a series of overnight strikes hit multiple storage facilities in the country’s southern regions. The company said warehouses located in the republic of Dagestan and the Krasnodar krai sustained damage during the attacks, which it linked to Ukrainian military actions aimed at disrupting Russian logistics.

The incidents form part of a broader pattern of cross‑border strikes that have intensified since the conflict began, targeting infrastructure that supports Moscow’s war effort. Analysts note that hitting e‑commerce fulfilment centres can hamper the flow of consumer goods, potentially affecting both civilian markets and military supply chains that rely on commercial transport networks.

Ozon’s statement did not disclose the extent of the damage or any interruption to its service, but the retailer’s spokesperson indicated that safety checks were underway and that the company was cooperating with local authorities. No casualties were reported, and the firm assured customers that it would strive to maintain order processing wherever possible.

The attacks come as Kyiv continues to employ long‑range weapons to strike strategic targets deeper inside Russian territory. While Russian officials have condemned the raids as unlawful, Ukrainian officials argue that such actions are aimed at weakening Russia’s capacity to sustain its war economy. The focus on commercial hubs like Ozon’s warehouses underscores the widening scope of the conflict beyond purely military installations.

Industry observers suggest that repeated disruptions could pressure Russian retailers to reassess their supply‑chain resilience and may accelerate efforts to diversify storage locations. For now, Ozon remains a key player in Russia’s digital marketplace, and its ability to recover from the latest strikes will be closely watched by investors and consumers alike.