Zelensky cites continuing limits on Starlink, Starshield in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said unexplained restrictions on Starlink and Starshield services are still affecting Ukrainian forces, highlighting uncertainty over who controls the limits. The systems are central to Ukraine’s military communications, especially in remote areas and on the battlefield. Ukraine uses the civilian Starlink network for some links and the more secure Starshield service for others. The satellite networks, which rely on about 10,000 satellites, let drone operators view targets in real time and fly interceptor drones. US officials and SpaceX owner Elon Musk have offered conflicting accounts of who is responsible for the restrictions.