War of words: Starlink access for Ukraine disrupted
Summary
This episode examines the controversy over Starlink restrictions in Ukraine, featuring RFI correspondent Emmanuel Chaz. The discussion covers conflicting claims from Trump, Musk, and the White House regarding who imposed the slowdowns that hampered Ukrainian drones and air defense. Chaz details the severe impact on military operations and civilian infrastructure, including prolonged power cuts, while analyzing how these events have further eroded trust between Ukraine and the US.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Trump claims Starlink access restored
Conflicting reports on current Starlink restrictions
Who controls Starshield: Musk vs US Military
Military impact: Drone speed caps and air defense
Political pressure and impact on counteroffensives
Civilian impact: Power cuts and heating shortages
Zelensky-Trump relations and trust in US alliance
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