Starlink connection in Ukraine delayed again, issues with air defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported ongoing issues with Starshield, a military version of Starlink, which is limited to a speed of 161 km/h. He stated that these are systematic speed restrictions rather than random errors. The slower connection hampers Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian drones, leading to missed attacks and increased casualties. Zelensky noted that previous disruptions also weakened Ukraine's defense against Russia, coinciding with a rise in attacks. He is seeking answers from the U.S. regarding the connection issues.
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