Russian drones use Starlink, but Ukraine has plan to block their Internet access
Summary
Ars Technica reports that Ukraine and SpaceX are moving to block unregistered Starlink terminals to counter Russian drones using the satellite network. The plan hinges on a whitelist approach for verified terminals, while Russia has equipped drones with Starlink for beyond-line-of-sight control, challenging traditional EW defenses. The story highlights security, policy, and operational implications of satellite-enabled warfare and civilian infrastructure resilience.