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Who actually controls Ukraine's access to Starlink?

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Who actually controls Ukraine's access to Starlink? (2026, October 23). BBC News. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cqy7lvv0lvzpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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The article explores conflicting statements from Ukraine, US officials, and Elon Musk regarding who controls access to SpaceX’s satellite internet services—Starlink and Starshield—in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky claims there are unexplained restrictions on these services that impact Ukrainian forces, while details about the exact control mechanisms remain unclear. The networks utilize 10,000 satellites for connectivity in remote and battlefield areas, with Starshield specifically enabling real-time target identification and drone operations for Ukraine’s defense efforts.

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Elon Musk approached former US President Donald Trump to slow down the Starlink satellite system in Ukraine, according to multiple sources. This move hampered Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian drones and missiles. The Pentagon subsequently executed the slowdown on Starshield, a military-grade version of the Starlink system. Initially, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Washington of weakening his country’s defenses by throttling Starlink speeds, causing significant disruption in military operations. However, on October 24, Ukraine reported that its connection to both Starlink and Starshield had returned to normal speeds exceeding 400 km/h, crucial for drone operations and communications. This resolution followed direct dialogue between Ukrainian officials and Washington.

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