# Ukraine troops report continuing problems with Starlink satellite network

https://mins.news/en/item/112685

- The Guardian, 2026-10-23 12:09 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/23/ukraine-troops-report-ongoing-problems-with-starlink-satellite-network

> Ukrainian forces report widespread Starlink disruptions despite Donald Trump’s claim that Elon Musk had lifted service restrictions. Ukrainian officials say the speed limits remain in place, hindering fast-moving military equipment, including drones, from staying connected and affecting offensive operations and interception of Russian attacks.

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