Zelensky: again problems with Starlink, harder to intercept Russian drones

Ukrainian forces are facing significant issues with the Starlink communication network, impacting operations against Russian drones. President Zelensky reported ongoing disruptions affecting the entire front line and occupied areas. The limitations prevent drones from communicating effectively at speeds over 160 km/h, complicating interception efforts. Zelensky emphasized that these are systematic speed restrictions, allowing Russian drones to evade Ukrainian defenses. He plans to reach out to SpaceX for assistance, noting previous instances where Starlink faced outages during critical operations.

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