Musk cuts Starlink access for Russian forces – giving Ukraine an edge

6 days ago

Elon Musk's decision to deny Russian forces access to Starlink has blunted Moscow's advance and given Ukraine an advantage.
Ukrainian drone operators report a 50% reduction in Russian offensive capacity due to the loss of Starlink.
SpaceX switched off all Starlink terminals in Ukraine except those on a 'white list' approved by Kyiv.
Ukrainian activists launched a phishing operation to identify and disable Russian Starlink terminals.
Russian forces are struggling with communication, resorting to radio and wired connections, making their actions more predictable.
The shutdown of Starlink has caused serious problems for Russian unit coordination, logistics, and drone operations.
Ukrainian forces are exploiting the situation to expand the 'grey zone' and weaken Russian positions.
Russian military officials claim the loss of Starlink has not affected operations, but intercepts suggest frustration and adaptation challenges.
Ukrainian intelligence believes the current situation offers a window of opportunity for territorial gains.
The long-term impact remains uncertain, but Ukraine aims to strengthen its position for future negotiations.

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