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17 August 2026

Why Kyiv keeps attacking Russian retail giant Wildberries

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

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Why Kyiv keeps attacking Russian retail giant Wildberries

Ukraine has been striking warehouses belonging to Russia's largest online marketplace, saying the attacks disrupt Moscow's military logistics. But experts see wider risks for Russia's economy.

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