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SpaceX Restricts Starshield Satellite Services for Ukrainian Military
SpaceX restricts Starshield satellite services for the Ukrainian military, causing drone connection losses.
Ukrainian officials and expert Dmitri Alperovitch reported on Friday that SpaceX continues to throttle Starshield services in Ukraine. Since October 14, speed limits have caused drones traveling over 100 mph to lose connection, which Alperovitch says limits strikes on Russian logistics. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and advisor Serhii Beskrestnov confirmed restrictions remain despite claims from Donald Trump that service was restored.
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SpaceX Restricts Starshield Satellite Services for Ukrainian Military
SpaceX continues to restrict the Starshield satellite internet system used by the Ukrainian military. Denys Sienik, Ukraine's deputy ambassador to the U.S., stated on Friday that these restrictions are impacting lives on the ground. The throttling has reportedly hampered military communications and operational efficiency. Ukrainian officials are urging the company to restore full service to maintain defensive capabilities.