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Ukraine says Starlink and Starshield connections are stable again after restrictions

Ukrainian officials announced on Saturday that Starlink and Starshield satellite links have returned to normal speeds following a week of service disruptions.

Ukraine: Starlink still isn't working after Trump restoration promise
File photo Ukraine: Starlink still isn't working after Trump restoration promise Photo: The Hill

Restoration confirmed by Kyiv

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that access to the satellite systems was restored overnight. Defense Minister Evhenii Khmara told reporters that monitoring systems recorded a return to normal speed. The ministry noted that connection speeds are now over 400km per hour.

Reasons for the slowdown

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk admitted on Saturday that his company had throttled the service in Ukraine. He claimed Kyiv's forces used the civilian commercial network for offensive drone strikes against Russian targets. Some reports suggest President Donald Trump requested the restoration of the military-grade Starshield service.

Impact on military operations

The restrictions previously hampered Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian attack drones and strike behind enemy lines. Several combat missions failed during the period when connections were limited to lower speeds. The US government manages the Starlink terminals while SpaceX produces the hardware.

5 outlets, different leads

  • The Hill

    Ukraine: Starlink still isn't working after Trump restoration promise

  • France 24

    Ukraine says Starlink and Starshield connection 'stable' again

  • The Guardian

    Ukraine’s military says Starlink satellite connection stable after recent restrictions

  • South China Morning Post

    Musk admits he throttled Ukraine’s Starlink speeds, as access is restored

  • TechCrunch

    Starlink seems to be working normally again in Ukraine

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