Retired Gen. Ben Hodges said restrictions on Starlink service have weakened Ukraine’s counter-drone capabilities and disrupted an early-warning system for incoming ballistic missiles. He criticized President Donald Trump’s defense of Elon Musk and cited Trump’s praise of Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un. Hodges also praised Melania Trump’s efforts to secure relief for Ukrainian civilians, saying they address only a small fraction of the suffering caused by Russia’s war.
WHO:Retired Gen. Ben Hodges
WHAT:Hodges criticized President Donald Trump’s actions and remarks, saying they help Russia’s war.
WHEN:Reported Oct 23, 2026 at 6:18 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Hodges said Starlink service restrictions have weakened Ukraine’s counter-drone capabilities and disrupted an early-warning system for incoming ballistic missiles.
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