Ukraine's Top Drone Maker Rethinks Starlink Dependence After Speed Cuts

Ukraine's military is facing reduced Starlink connection speeds for weapons systems, prompting major drone manufacturer Wild Hornets to reconsider future reliance on the SpaceX service. Ukrainian officials report equipment failures at speeds of 130-161 km/h, impacting strikes on Russian logistics and defensive interceptor drones. The restrictions follow deteriorating U.S.-Ukraine relations, though the Pentagon denies ordering changes and SpaceX says limits are decided by the U.S. military. Wild Hornets says current operations remain unaffected but is testing alternatives for future projects. The Georgian Legion reports intermittent connectivity issues beyond speed limits, while no direct replacement for Starlink's high-bandwidth capability currently exists.