Ukrainian drone attack kills children in Krasnodar
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Aug 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The attack on Ozon's logistics center in Russia — Krasnodar Krai disrupts its operations and adds to a series of strikes on Russian e-commerce infrastructure, potentially increasing operational costs and insurance premiums for logistics companies in Russia. The broader conflict continues to create uncertainty for businesses operating in the region, though the direct market impact is limited to affected companies and the defense sector.
On August 24, 2026, Ukraine — Armed Forces of Ukraine launched a drone attack on the Russian city of Russia — Krasnodar Krai. According to Russia — Krasnodar Krai Krai Governor Veniamin Kondratyev, drone debris fell on a private children's center, killing two children and injuring seven others and two adults. The attack also damaged residential buildings, apartment blocks under construction, and warehouse facilities. Russian e-commerce company Ozon reported that its logistics center in Russia — Krasnodar Krai was hit, leading to employee evacuation and suspension of warehouse intake operations. This was the third strike on Ozon's warehouse facilities this year, following attacks on its Samara and Orenburg facilities. Previously, Ukrainian drones had targeted facilities operated by Wildberries. Russian air defense systems intercepted and shot down 269 Ukrainian drones over multiple regions in 12 hours, according to the Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia). Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the attacks on civilian and logistics facilities, describing them as 'another gamble' by Ukraine and its Western backers. The attacks come as Ukraine prepares to mark the 35th anniversary of its independence and host a meeting of the 'Coalition of the Willing' with European allies.
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