# Restrictions expose Ukraine’s dependence on Starlink in war with Russia

https://mins.news/en/video/101198

- France 24 English, 2026-10-15 09:55 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpCUvOLZIyg

> Analysts and observers say reported restrictions on Ukraine’s use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv’s reliance on it for offensive and defensive operations against Russia’s invasion. A senior Ukrainian official, speaking anonymously to AFP on Wednesday, said Starlink data speeds had been “throttled.”

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