# Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

https://mins.news/en/item/100421

- BBC News, 2026-10-14 19:52 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqkgk4zg54reo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> SpaceX-operated Starlink provides high-speed communications for Ukrainian forces, helping drones stay connected to operators over long distances and linking drones, artillery and command posts. The report says SpaceX speed limits on Starlink-connected drones have disrupted some missions and could make it difficult for Ukraine to intercept fast Russian drones.

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