Starlink Restrictions Compound Russian Strikes on Ukraine Power Grid

A massive Russian attack cut power to 600,000 in Kyiv, while Pentagon-funded Starlink access was reportedly curtailed without warning, deepening Ukraine's battlefield and civilian vulnerability. The cause of the Starlink restriction is unconfirmed, but it signals a potential shift in US support posture. This dual blow degrades Ukraine's command, control, and resilience at a critical juncture.