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Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine’s military still lacks full Starlink access, citing a White House‑issued throttle order. The satellite network, run by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is vital for air‑defence systems against Russian drones. Zelenskyy met EU leaders in Brussels, urging an additional seventy‑billion euros for 2027 defence funding. Trump criticised Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil refineries, calling them a disgrace. The Pentagon reportedly warned that Starshield, the military version of Starlink, had been slowed to prevent drones exceeding one hundred miles per hour from using it. The Ukrainian president described the speed reduction as a dangerous surprise, stressing that the service remains essential for battlefield communications. EU officials confirmed that the White House had signalled a return of full capabilities, though the exact timeline remains unclear. The incident underscores the strategic dependence on U.S.‑controlled satellite infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.

By Claire D. | JQJO News