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Ukraine strikes Russian logistics hubs and oil facility

Created at 18 Jul · 9:56 AM2 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
IN SHORT

Ukraine launched overnight strikes targeting two major logistics hubs and an oil facility in central Russia, which President Zelensky stated were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production. In response, Russia attacked Ukrainian infrastructure, killing 14 people.

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Key Numbers

7killed in Tambov warehouse strike
49injured in Wildberries warehouse strikes
2major logistics facilities hit in Russia
1oil facility struck by Ukraine
370drones heading for Moscow region reported
64drones destroyed over Moscow region reported
90attack drones launched by Russia at Ukraine
7missiles launched by Russia at Ukraine
69drones intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses
9people injured in Kherson drone attack

Who's Involved

Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President who stated the purpose of the strikes
Wildberries
Russian online retailer whose warehouses were struck
Tatyana Kim
CEO of Wildberries
Evgeniy Pervyshov
Governor of Tambov region
Andrei Vorobyov
Governor of Moscow region
Sergey Sobyanin
Moscow Mayor who reported drone neutralizations
Ukraine strikes Russian logistics hubs and oil facility

↳ Why This Matters

The attacks highlight Ukraine's expanding reach into Russian territory and its strategy of targeting industrial and logistical sites crucial for Russia's war effort. The dual strikes, coupled with Russian retaliatory attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, underscore the escalating nature of the conflict.

Key facts

  • Ukraine conducted large-scale strikes on central Russia overnight, targeting logistics facilities and an oil facility.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the targeted facilities were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment.
  • Seven people were killed and 49 injured in strikes on two Wildberries warehouses in Tambov and Elektrostal.
  • Russia launched 90 attack drones and seven missiles at Ukraine overnight, with many targeting Odesa.
  • A drone attack on Kherson injured at least nine people.

Ukraine launched large-scale strikes on central Russia overnight, targeting two major logistics facilities and an oil facility, according to Kyiv and local Russian authorities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the targeted facilities were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment. The strikes resulted in seven deaths and 49 injuries at two warehouses belonging to Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, in Tambov and Elektrostal. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that air defenses neutralized most of 370 drones heading for the Moscow region, destroying 64. Meanwhile, Russia launched 90 attack drones and seven missiles at Ukraine, with many targeting the Odesa region, and a drone attack on Kherson injured at least nine people.

Frequently asked questions

Ukraine targeted two major logistics facilities in the Moscow and Tambov regions, as well as an oil facility. Warehouses belonging to the online retailer Wildberries were reportedly hit.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated the facilities were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment.

Seven people were killed and 49 injured in the strikes on the Wildberries warehouses in Tambov and Elektrostal.

Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that local air defenses neutralized most of 370 drones heading for the region, destroying 64.

Russia launched 90 attack drones and seven missiles at Ukraine, particularly targeting the Odesa region. Local air defenses intercepted most of them, though a drone attack on Kherson injured at least nine people.

What Happens Next

01Russia is expected to retaliate with further strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.
02Ukraine may continue to target Russian industrial and energy sites.
03Further details on the extent of damage to the targeted facilities are anticipated.

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How It Developed

Ukraine launched overnight strikes on two major logistics hubs and an oil facility in central Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated the targeted facilities were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment.
Seven people were killed and 49 injured after Ukrainian drones struck two warehouses belonging to Russia's biggest online retailer, Wildberries, in Tambov and Elektrostal.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that 370 drones were heading for the Moscow region, with local air defenses neutralizing most and destroying 64.
Russia launched 90 attack drones and seven missiles at Ukraine overnight, particularly targeting the Odesa region.
A drone attack on Kherson injured at least nine people.
Wildberries CEO Tatyana Kim described the night as "terrible" for Russia and the company, confirming seven night shift workers died at the Tambov warehouse.

Sources

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Russian online retail warehouses hit by deadly Ukrainian strikesBBC News
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Ukrainian forces strike 'major' logistics hubs in central RussiaEuronews

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