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New restrictions to Starshield network 'kill more Ukrainians', Zelensky says
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE 24
Source published: 12/11/2026, 10:06:26 UTC
Briefing created: 12/11/2026, 10:25:03 UTC
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Briefings
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported significant disruptions to the Starshield satellite communications network on Thursday, claiming the service affected the entire front line and Russian-occupied territories. This development highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining secure communication during the conflict.
Key points
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported significant disruptions to the Starshield satellite communications network on Thursday, claiming the service affected the entire front line and Russian-occupied territories.
- The Starshield network is a critical infrastructure for military operations, and its failure would severely impact command and control capabilities.
Context
Starshield is a commercial satellite communications service used by Ukrainian military units. The disruption reported by Zelensky indicates a potential failure in maintaining secure communication lines during the ongoing conflict.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single statement from Zelensky regarding recent disruptions. Specific dates of the disruption, the number of affected units, or the technical cause of the failure are not provided in the source.
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