US-Ukraine dispute: Zelenskyy says Starlink still throttled
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Washington of a "planned operation" against his country, saying SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet remains throttled over Ukraine. Zelenskyy stated tests in European countries showed the speed restriction affects only Ukraine, hindering Ukrainian drones against Russian attacks. The satellites reportedly don't track objects flying faster than 161 kilometers per hour, limiting drone operations. The Ukrainian military has complained since mid-week amid escalating Russian air strikes. Starlink's military function Starshield is controlled by the Pentagon, though statements from Elon Musk and the White House offered no clear explanation. Kyiv media briefly reported the restriction was lifted.