Russia's businesses under strain from Ukraine's attacks on Wildberries
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- Ukrainian drone attacks on Wildberries warehouses have killed workers and destroyed goods worth an estimated £750m.
- Kyiv claims it is targeting logistics hubs used for Russian military supplies, but the attacks also hurt hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses.
- Wildberries sellers have lost significant stock and income, with new contract clauses exempting the company from liability for drone strikes.
- The Russian economy is under strain from the war, including tax increases, fuel shortages, and a rise in business closures.
- President Putin's declared support for small businesses has not prevented the war's impact, as state resources are diverted to military spending.