Ukraine faces Starshield speed limits again, Zelensky says

Ukraine is again experiencing speed restrictions on SpaceX's Starshield military system, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday, disrupting military operations and hindering the interception of Russian drones. Zelensky stated the restrictions have affected units for several days, allowing more Russian strikes to get through and increasing casualties. He said Ukraine knows little about the cause and is seeking details from the American side, with the issue mirroring a similar disruption last month that sparked a blame game between Elon Musk and the Trump administration. The restrictions are centered on the frontline, where Ukraine has held off Russian forces in 2026. Zelensky suggested the limits may be intentional to prevent attacks on Russia, and he rejected any recognition of Russian occupation, following talks in Abu Dhabi where Russia reiterated territorial claims and no cease-fire progress was made.