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Starlink Cut to Russian Forces Boosts Ukraine’s Battlefield Advantage

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A decision by Elon Musk’s company SpaceX to block Russian forces from accessing its Starlink satellite internet service appears to have disrupted Moscow’s frontline operations in Ukraine. The move, reportedly requested by Ukraine’s defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, has limited Russian troops’ ability to coordinate drone strikes and battlefield communications. Ukrainian soldiers say the change has reduced assaults and weakened Russia’s offensive capacity, particularly along parts of the southern and eastern front.

Starlink had been widely used by both sides during the four-year war, enabling real-time drone guidance and secure communications. Since the shutdown on 1 February, only terminals approved by Kyiv remain active, forcing Russian units to seek alternative systems. Ukrainian volunteer group InformNapalm claims it identified more than 2,400 Russian-linked terminals through a phishing operation, with several later targeted near the front lines. Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) has also warned citizens against collaborating in illegal Starlink registrations, calling such actions high treason.

While some Ukrainian troops report little immediate change, others describe improved opportunities to intercept communications and push back Russian forces, especially near contested areas like Pokrovsk. Analysts say the disruption could limit Russia’s ability to conduct long-range drone strikes and hamper coordination, though Moscow insists the impact is minimal. Ukrainian officials believe they have a limited window to exploit the setback before Russian forces adapt, potentially strengthening Kyiv’s position both on the battlefield and in any future negotiations.

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Suspected Chinese Spies Arrested in French Village

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Two Chinese nationals, aged 27 and 29, have been arrested in the quiet south-western French village of Camblanes-et-Meynac, near Bordeaux, on suspicion of espionage. Locals became wary after the men, who had rented a house via Airbnb, installed a large parabolic satellite dish in their garden, coinciding with disruptions to nearby internet services. French authorities seized a significant amount of computer equipment during a raid by the General Directorate for Internal Security (DGSI).

The suspects, who arrived last month on work visas claiming to be engineers in wireless communications, are accused of attempting to capture satellite data from Starlink and sensitive information from military and critical installations in the region. Two other Chinese-origin men living in France were also charged with assisting the operation. They are currently in custody facing charges of “delivering information to a foreign power.”

South-western France, home to major aerospace, defense, and telecommunication hubs, has been a recurring target for Chinese espionage. Experts highlight previous incidents, including satellite dish installations near Toulouse and breaches at the University of Bordeaux. Authorities are increasingly publicizing such cases to emphasize the espionage threat, though locals remain bemused by spies setting up in their typically peaceful villages.

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Ukraine Deactivates Russian Starlink Terminals, Disrupting Assaults

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Ukrainian forces have deactivated Starlink internet terminals being used by the Russian military on the battlefield, a move officials described as a major setback for Moscow. The deactivation disrupted Russian assault operations across multiple areas, affecting thousands of terminals that had previously enabled mobile and hard-to-intercept communications.

Ukraine coordinated with SpaceX to block unauthorized use of Starlink by Russian forces and established a “white list” of Ukrainian terminals to ensure uninterrupted service for its own operations. Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov confirmed that Russian terminals had already been blocked, with verification ongoing. SpaceX has not officially commented, though Elon Musk indicated prior measures to stop Russian use were effective.

The impact on Russian forces has been severe, according to Ukrainian advisers, with command and communications largely collapsing on the frontlines. Kyiv continues to rely on tens of thousands of Starlink connections for battlefield communication and drone operations, highlighting the strategic importance of satellite-based internet in modern warfare.

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Musk Says Starlink Curbs on Russian Use Are Showing Results

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Elon Musk said on Sunday that steps taken by SpaceX to prevent Russia from using its Starlink satellite internet system without authorization appear to have been effective. His comments came after Ukraine reported finding Starlink terminals on long-range drones used in recent Russian attacks, raising concerns over misuse of the technology in the conflict.

Ukraine’s military relies heavily on Starlink for battlefield communications and for operating certain drone missions. Kyiv said it is working closely with SpaceX to stop any Russian access to the system. Posting on X, Musk said the measures introduced by the company had worked so far and added that SpaceX would take further action if needed.

Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said authorities are now developing a system that would allow only authorised Starlink terminals to function within Ukraine. He said initial steps had already delivered quick results in countering Russian drone operations. SpaceX has previously said it does not sell or ship Starlink to Russia and does not conduct any business with the Russian government or military.

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