Recent developments in the conflict include disruptions to Ukraine’s Starlink connection, intensified Russian attacks targeting Ukraine’s energy sector, and resumed Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries. Ukraine is critically reliant on Starlink, the SpaceX satellite network, for military drone operation and communication, especially after Russia initially crippled Ukrainian communications in 2022. A prolonged Starlink outage would severely hinder Ukraine’s war efforts, as highlighted by a recent, though resolved, service disruption. The unique capabilities of Starlink – faster data transmission due to lower satellite orbit – are currently unmatched in Europe. U.S. support for Ukraine has become less certain, with President Trump potentially favoring relations with President Putin, a stance possibly influenced by domestic political concerns regarding fuel prices and upcoming midterm elections.