The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series Ukraine Goes on the Offensive || Peter Zeihan
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Feb 25, 2026 A major battlefield shift in Ukraine after a communications cutoff leaves Russian frontline units isolated. Discussion of how drone limits, jamming, and Ukrainian electronic warfare shaped local offensives. Reports on about 50 square miles reclaimed through isolating positions. Analysis of tactics favoring isolation over mass assault and why recent gains may be temporary.
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Starlink Shutdown Severely Disrupted Russian Communications
- Starlink cut connections to receivers along the front, disproportionately affecting Russian forces.
- Peter Zeihan reports Russian units were completely dependent on Starlink for communications and are now largely isolated.
Electronic Warfare and Jammed Drones Shift Local Superiority
- With Starlink cut and heavy Ukrainian EW, Russian short-range comms and many drones are ineffective near the front.
- Zeihan explains modern drones are easily jammed or tether-limited, and Ukraine leads in electronic warfare capability.
Communications Loss Allows Ukrainian Local Offensives
- Cut communications let Ukrainians isolate and destroy Russian positions despite being outgunned and outmanned.
- In the last few days Ukraine captured about 50 square miles by liquidating isolated Russian units in detail.