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World · 21 March 2026

Ukraine goes on offensive as Musk’s Starlink disrupts Russian forces

Ukraine goes on offensive as Musk’s Starlink disrupts Russian forces

Photo by Maksym Diachenko on Unsplash

Ukraine has regained momentum on the battlefield after restrictions on Starlink, operated by Elon Musk, disrupted Russian communications. Ukrainian forces have exploited the loss of connectivity among Russian units, which relied on the satellite network for coordination and drone operations. The shift has helped Kyiv advance in some areas, highlighting how control over critical technology like satellite internet is increasingly shaping modern warfare.

Reported by The Wall Street Journal · How we write briefs

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