Putin’s Geran-4, Geran-5, Banderol barrage now unstoppable as Starlink curbs cripple Kyiv’s defence?

Ukraine’s efforts to intercept Russian attack drones are facing fresh questions amid reports that Starlink speed restrictions could disrupt communications with jet-powered interceptor drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the disruption as a “planned operation” and said Kyiv was working with SpaceX and other parties to restore connectivity. The reported limitations could complicate efforts to track and intercept Russian Geran-4, Geran-5 and Banderol drones, although the precise cause and operational impact remain disputed. Ukraine also faces mounting pressure to defend against repeated Russian aerial attacks, with reports highlighting the role of fighter jets in countering incoming Shahed drones. Could connectivity problems weaken Kyiv’s drone defence network?