Ukraine Hits Russian Supply Lines Over 500 km from Frontline, Zelensky Confirms.

Outcomes of Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Logistics

According to UATV: On July 18, 2023, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky detailed the results of strikes against logistics facilities inside Russia and in temporarily occupied territories. The attacks targeted sites in the Moscow and Tambov regions, located more than 500 km and roughly 700 km from the front line, respectively. These facilities were used to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment.

Zelensky stated that two major logistics hubs were hit during these operations, along with an oil facility. A fire broke out at an oil depot in Noginsk, Moscow region, which holds 24 tanks with a total capacity of 11,500 cubic meters. Additional strikes occurred in the waters of the Azov and Black Seas, as well as in occupied Crimea.

'In response to Russian attacks on our civilian infrastructure, our cities, and our communities, we struck two significant logistics targets,' President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized.

These strikes highlight Ukraine’s growing ability to conduct operations far from the front lines, potentially disrupting the supply chains and logistics of Russian forces. At the same time, they underscore the escalating conflict, with both sides targeting critical infrastructure, which could further heighten tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

A key aspect of this strategy is also aimed at reducing Russia's reliance on foreign suppliers for its military needs.