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KYIV, Oct 15:
Ukrainian authorities have stated that military drone operations and air defense activities in Ukraine faced disruptions after the American aerospace company SpaceX limited the speed of Starlink services in the country.
Serhiy Beskresnov, an adviser to the Ukrainian presidential office, reported via Telegram on Wednesday that SpaceX had restricted the speed of Starlink terminals currently in use in Ukraine.
According to him, since the Ukrainian defense forces received no prior notice regarding the decision, several military operations were impacted. He emphasized the need for further clarity on the potential reasons behind this decision, expressing suspicion that it might be linked to the prevailing political situation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concern over the limits imposed on Starlink’s military services, stating that they could create difficulties in conducting military activities and increase the risk of civilian casualties.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk stated that limits regarding the speed and usage of the Starlink communication system are determined according to the decisions of the US government. According to him, the US military and ultimately the US President play a role in such decision-making processes.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt attacks targeting energy infrastructure. However, neither side has officially confirmed the agreement.
On the other hand, Russia has continued missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities. According to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Russian attacks have damaged energy and other vital infrastructure, leaving about 600,000 people deprived of electricity.
Following overnight attacks in Kyiv, Russian strikes continued on Wednesday. According to local authorities, six people were killed in an attack on the western city of Lutsk.
Ukraine stated that it has also continued long-range strikes inside Russia. According to the Ukrainian side, Russia’s largest data center was also targeted. Furthermore, Ukraine stated that it is attempting to refrain from targeting energy infrastructure for the time being, in consideration of US President Trump’s diplomatic initiatives.
Earlier, Ukraine had expressed concern to the US regarding the lack of prior warning concerning Russian missile attacks.
Recent developments have once again highlighted the importance of satellite communication systems in the Russia-Ukraine war, the security of energy infrastructure, and the necessity of international diplomatic cooperation. In such sensitive circumstances, maintaining dialogue, mutual understanding, and diplomatic initiatives between the concerned parties remains vital. Such efforts can help minimize potential casualties and create a favorable environment for a peaceful resolution.
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