In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, the Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur examines SpaceX’s move to curb Russia’s illegal use of Starlink satellite internet — a technology that has been vital to Ukraine’s defense since 2022. The episode breaks down how Starlink works on the battlefield, how Russian forces have exploited the system, and why Ukraine pushed for a new verification and “whitelist” mechanism to cut Moscow off. It also explores the risks of relying on a private company led by Elon Musk, whose shifting political positions and past decisions have directly affected military operations in Ukraine.

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