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The article discusses how Ukraine persuaded Elon Musk to restrict access to the Starlink satellite system for Russian military forces after a drone incident.

Ukraine officials persuaded Elon Musk to disconnect the 'Starlink' service from the Russian military following an incident involving a Russian drone targeting the Ukrainian government's quarter.

Russian drone operations face ongoing difficulties across the front line due to disruptions in satellite communications, according to the Institute for Study of War (ISW).

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov outlines ongoing reforms and strategic changes in the ministry's approach to warfare and digitalization during his first month in office.

Starlink has become a critical tool in the Ukrainian war, providing advanced drone operations and communication capabilities, significantly influencing the battlefield.

The global communications race is evolving away from Starlink satellites to revolutionary high-altitude platform systems in the stratosphere.

O2 has launched the UK's first mobile network connection to Elon Musk's Starlink satellites, aimed at providing coverage to rural areas lacking traditional mobile signal.

An expert discusses the significant impact of SpaceX's shutdown of unauthorized Starlink usage in Russia, attributing Ukraine’s recent gains in the Zaporizhzhia region to this action.

Russian soldiers expressed panic after SpaceX cut off Starlink satellite communications at Ukraine's request, impacting their military operations.

Ukrainian hackers are leveraging unregistered Starlink terminals to gather intelligence on Russian troop locations amid communication issues within the Russian army.

The breakdown of communication has significantly hampered Russian military capabilities, enabling Ukrainian forces to regain territory.

Ukrainian officials allege that the Russian military used SpaceX's Starlink system for attacks, leading to the purported loss of an entire battalion.

Two Ukrainians received life sentences for facilitating access to Starlink satellite internet for Russian users.

Two Ukrainians have been detained for allegedly registering Starlink satellite internet terminals for Russian soldiers in exchange for money.

Starlink's satellite technology will soon allow Lufthansa passengers to remain connected more effectively during flights.

Germany's new satellite system, SATCOMBw, is expected to cost up to ten billion euros, with Airbus set to commence series production of satellites for low Earth orbit.

Ukrainian troops have made significant advances on the eastern front, reclaiming territory from Russian forces, which has been attributed to the loss of Russian access to Starlink satellite internet.

President Volodymyr Zelensky asserts that Ukraine is not losing the war against Russia and discusses the uncertainties surrounding the conflict and potential elections in an interview with AFP.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky provided an extensive update on the military situation in Ukraine, asserting that the country is not losing the ongoing war against Russia despite uncertain outcomes.

Ukraine is developing a dedicated military mobile operator to establish a secure communications network for its Armed Forces, aiming to ensure operational capability even if existing services fail.

Ukraine is establishing a military mobile operator to create a secure communications network for its Armed Forces, enhancing battlefield command capabilities.

Elon Musk and SpaceX have cut off Russian access to Starlink terminals, significantly impacting Russia's military operations in Ukraine as of early 2026.

The shutdown of Starlink access by SpaceX has left Russian forces in communication chaos, compelling them to revert to simpler communication methods as Ukraine capitalizes on the disruption.

The Russian army and military bloggers were still recovering from the shock of the loss of Starlink communication when they faced another blow with the potential loss of Telegram as well.

Estonian military intelligence chief Colonel Ants Kiviselg stated that restrictions on communication, particularly by SpaceX's Starlink and the Russian government's limit on Telegram usage, have negatively impacted Russian military operations in Ukraine.

Russia is reportedly testing the use of 5G balloons as a reaction to the disconnection of Starlink services.

Russia faces communication challenges on the front line following the cut-off of Starlink services, which have been crucial for military operations.

Ukrainian forces have regained approximately 201 square kilometers of Russian-occupied territory, attributed largely to the disruption of communication caused by Elon Musk's decision to disable Starlink for the Russian military.

Ukrainian sources assert that the absence of Starlink satellite communications has significantly diminished Russian offensive capabilities by as much as 50%.

Elon Musk's decision to deny Russian forces access to Starlink internet has hindered their military operations and provided Ukraine with advantages on the battlefield.

Ukrainian military intelligence reports that Russian soldiers are struggling on the front lines due to issues with communication systems, exacerbated by a decision from SpaceX to limit Starlink services to them.

Starlink, developed by Elon Musk's company SpaceX, is a satellite internet constellation that provides internet access globally, even in remote areas where traditional infrastructure is lacking.

Ukraine has disrupted Russian military communications by cutting off access to Elon Musk's Starlink, resulting in successful local counterattacks against disoriented Russian forces.

The Ukrainian army has rapidly regained territory, taking advantage of Russian communication difficulties, and has recaptured 78 square miles in just five days, marking its quickest advance in three years.

Ukrainian intelligence has intercepted secret conversations among Russian soldiers revealing their frustrations with the quality of Russian satellite communication systems, particularly in comparison to Western technologies.

Russian military terminals using Starlink have been nonfunctional for two weeks, but operations with drones have not been affected, according to a senior Russian military official.

Ukrainian forces have reclaimed 201 km² of territory from Russian control in just four days, marking a significant shift in the conflict since 2023.

Ukrainian military intelligence reports that Russian troops are facing challenges with Starlink internet terminals across the front lines, lacking good alternative solutions.

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence has noted a shutdown of Starlink communications among Russian troops, with unsuccessful attempts to find viable alternatives.

Russia loses access to the Starlink satellite system, impacting its military communications in the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

The Ukrainian army has reportedly regained 200 square kilometers of territory, attributed to challenges faced by Russian forces with Starlink.

Ukraine has recaptured over 200 square kilometers of territory from Russia in a matter of days, according to an AFP investigation analyzing data from the ISW think tank.

The competition between Jeff Bezos' Amazon Leo and Elon Musk's Starlink heats up as both tech giants launch satellite services aimed at providing internet from space.

The Ukrainian army successfully reclaimed 201 square kilometers of territory from Russia last week, marking the largest territorial gains in a short period since June 2023.

Ukrainian forces made substantial territorial gains last week, recovering territory equivalent to all of that occupied by Russia in December, marking the largest recovery since the beginning of their counteroffensive in June 2023.

Russian forces have recently faced significant setbacks, including a loss of access to the crucial Starlink satellite communication system.

The article discusses how the closure of Starlink services could hinder Russian drone operations against Ukraine.

Russia is exploring alternatives to Starlink internet services, including the use of balloons.

The article discusses the impact of cutting off the Russian military from Starlink communications and their attempts to circumvent this blockade.

The article discusses the challenges faced by the Russian military following the cutting off of their communications via Starlink, including their attempts to bypass these restrictions and the impact on battlefield effectiveness.