President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on X that Ukraine’s military is again facing significant disruptions to the Starshield satellite system. The interference, which has persisted for several days, affects operations along the entire frontline and in temporarily occupied territories.
According to Zelenskyy, the issue is not random but involves systematic speed restrictions that limit Starshield’s data transmission to 161 kilometers per hour (100 miles per hour). This throttling hampers the Ukrainian army’s ability to intercept Russian jet‑powered drones, allowing more attacks to reach their targets.
“The disruption complicates intercepting Russian jet‑powered drones, with strikes that got through because our interception systems cannot reach sufficient speeds and are unable to intercept in time,” Zelenskyy said. He added that the restrictions are enabling Russian forces to kill more Ukrainians and conduct more accurate strikes.
Ukraine is working with the United States to investigate the circumstances and restore full operational capacity of the satellite system. The president emphasized the urgency of resolving the issue to protect civilians and maintain defensive capabilities.
Source: The Guardian World
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