Ukraine has intensified its campaign against Russian infrastructure by launching cyber and economic attacks on key retail and logistics companies. These operations aim to disrupt Russia's supply chains and economic stability.
In July 2026, Ukrainian drone strikes targeted multiple warehouses of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, resulting in nine deaths and significant damage to facilities. Kyiv asserts that these warehouses were supplying military gear to Russian forces, a claim the Kremlin denies. The attacks have severely impacted small businesses that rely on Wildberries for sales, with many sellers reporting substantial losses and limited compensation.
Earlier, in December 2025, Ukraine's Defense Intelligence agency, in coordination with the BO Team cyber unit, launched a cyberattack on Eltrans+, one of Russia's largest logistics companies. The operation disabled over 700 computers and servers, wiped more than 1,000 user accounts, and destroyed or encrypted 165 terabytes of critical data. Eltrans+ provides services to more than 5,000 Russian businesses, including the delivery of sanctioned goods and electronic components used by Russia's defense industry.
These actions are part of Ukraine's broader strategy to disrupt Russia's military capabilities by targeting critical infrastructure. While the immediate economic impact on Russia is significant, the long-term effects remain uncertain. The attacks have also heightened domestic discontent within Russia, as small business owners and consumers face the consequences of disrupted supply chains and economic instability.
The international community continues to monitor these developments, as they have the potential to escalate tensions and further complicate diplomatic relations. The situation underscores the evolving nature of warfare, where cyber and economic strategies play increasingly prominent roles.