Ukraine says Starlink speed has been restricted amid war with Russia
Ukraine says the speed of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet has been restricted in the country. The network, owned by Elon Musk, is important to Kyiv’s drone operations and defence, while Musk has suggested the US government may be behind the restriction.
Ukraine says the speed of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet network has been restricted in the country. The system is important to Ukraine’s military operations during the war with Russia.
Starlink allows Kyiv to guide drones towards Russian targets and use the connection for defence. Ukraine says the restriction affected the speed at which some of its weapons can travel while remaining connected to the network.
Elon Musk’s claim about the restriction
Starlink owner Elon Musk suggested that the US government may be behind the restriction. The source provides no confirmation of that suggestion.
The dispute concerns Starlink’s role in the war and competing claims about how changes to the network affect Ukrainian military operations. BBC journalist Dan Johnson examined the statements made by those involved and the reported impact on the conflict.
What we know
- Ukraine says Starlink’s network speed has been restricted in the country.
- The system helps Kyiv guide drones towards Russian targets.
- Elon Musk suggested the US government may be behind the restriction.
- The source does not confirm Musk’s suggestion.
Trust: Single source
- The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
- Sources: BBC World.
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