Zelensky reveals Starlink deliberately throttles speeds in Ukraine, hampering drone defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed Saturday that Starlink's satellite network operates at full speed in the European Union but is artificially capped in Ukraine, limiting drone interception capabilities. Speed tests showed Starlink worked for vehicles at 180 kilometers per hour in Europe but cut service above 161 kilometers per hour in Ukraine.
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Published 17 Oct 2026, 18:55 UTC · Updated 17 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC
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