WorldUkraine says Starshield, the government and military version of Starlink used by its forces, suffered connectivity problems and a speed cap earlier this week, disrupting several military drone missions. Ukrainian officials say terminals lost connection when moving faster than about 100 mph (160 km/h).
WorldThe program covers a University of Chicago sexual assault investigation after a woman said she was assaulted at an off-campus fraternity party. It also reports on the midterms three weeks away, a new report showing rising prices, and Zelenskyy saying he feels “betrayed” by the U.S. after Russian forces attacked dozens of energy sites, leaving 600,000 without power.
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WorldPolitical Science Associate Professor Maria Popova analyzes the US-Ukraine dispute over energy and technology.
WorldUkraine is blaming the U.S. for suddenly reducing its military access to Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite system as Russia launched dozens of missiles at Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The report looks at Donald Trump’s response and how the move highlights Ukraine’s growing vulnerability in the war. The program also reports that a Montreal man was sentenced to life in prison for killing his nine-year-old daughter and leaving her in a rural New York marsh.
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WorldThe broadcast reports on a disturbing sexual assault investigation after a woman said she was assaulted at an off-campus University of Chicago fraternity party. It also covers the midterms, three weeks away, and a new report showing rising prices. Zelenskyy said he felt “betrayed” by the U.S. as Russian forces attacked dozens of energy sites, leaving 600,000 without power.
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WorldUkrainians say internet services needed for defense are being throttled, putting their security at risk. Elon Musk says the services are controlled by the U.S. government, not his company.
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WorldThe broadcast’s top stories include Russian strikes on several Ukrainian power plants, which President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said violated the energy ceasefire announced by Donald Trump. The Houthis threatened further attacks after striking Saudi Aramco’s headquarters. Trump said Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of the Alaska gas pipeline project’s gas over 20 years. Google’s AI chief warned that AI systems could cause a major accident within two years without safeguards.
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WorldUkrainian officials say restrictions on some military internet services have disrupted operations during Russian attacks, catching them off guard. Elon Musk says Starshield is owned and controlled by the US government, and that decisions to limit its speed or use rest with the US military and president.
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WorldUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at 10 Downing Street, seeking continued support as Russia’s war against Ukraine continues. The UK pledged to speed up missile deliveries and impose further sanctions on Russia.
WorldAnalysts and observers say reported restrictions on Ukraine’s use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have highlighted Kyiv’s reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations against Russia’s invasion. David Galbreath, a war and technology professor at the University of Bath, told France 24 that Starlink’s significant impact on combat operations had long been foreseeable.
WorldUkraine accused Elon Musk and SpaceX of undermining its ability to conduct military operations, saying new Starlink restrictions have caused disruptions. NBC News’ Richard Engel discusses how the situation is unfolding amid strained relations between President Zelenskyy and President Trump.
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WorldStarlink began providing satellite broadband in Ukraine days after Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Owned by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, the service helps Ukraine guide long-range drones to targets and is vital for battlefield communications, military coordination and frontline supply deliveries; its resistance to jamming is also crucial.
WorldA major Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s capital damaged residential buildings and targeted at least three thermal power plants, cutting electricity to more than half a million people. The strikes triggered unscheduled blackouts and severely disrupted water supplies.
WorldRussian missiles and drones struck critical infrastructure in Kyiv and Kharkiv despite US President Donald Trump’s claim on Sunday that an “energy ceasefire” was in place. Ukraine says allies gave no warning and restrictions on Starlink hampered communications during another night of intense attacks. The programme also covers a Ukrainian man going on trial over the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombing and China’s booming “loneliness economy.”
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WorldUkraine received no advance warning from its partners before five Russian ballistic missiles struck civilian infrastructure in Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
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WorldKyiv says it is finding it difficult to monitor Russian attacks after Elon Musk’s satellite service Starlink imposed restrictions and speed limits on terminals in Ukraine. BNE IntelliNews editor-in-chief Ben Aris shares his analysis.
WorldBill Browder, an investor and longtime sanctions advocate, argues that Trump’s diesel deal followed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s plea for help protecting Russia’s energy infrastructure from Ukrainian drone strikes. He says Russia’s reliance on oil revenue leaves that infrastructure vulnerable, so Ukraine should maintain pressure.
WorldUkraine accused Elon Musk's SpaceX on Wednesday of limiting Starlink services and crippling its drones. Russian missile attacks knocked out power stations, which President Volodymyr Zelensky called “ostentatious disrespect” to Donald Trump. Kyiv-Washington ties have sharply worsened since Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel and publicly turned on Zelensky last week.
WorldA source in Ukraine’s Defence Ministry says Kyiv is contacting the US, SpaceX and NATO for clarification on restrictions to its Starlink access. Ukrainian troops report that connections cut out at higher speeds, disrupting drone operations that rely on satellite internet for control.
WorldKyiv says restrictions on vital Starlink communications left it unable to see Russian attacks. An adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says critical satellite links with allies were cut without warning. Andy Miah of the University of Salford offers his analysis.
WorldKyiv residents stood outside a burning apartment block after an overnight Russian missile attack that killed at least two people and injured several others. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the US gave no advance warning; Russian attacks across Ukraine left 600,000 without power.
WorldZelenskyy said Ukraine received no advance warning of recent Russian missile strikes, which killed at least three people and left hundreds of thousands without power. He did not name the US, on whose intelligence Ukraine is widely known to rely. The strikes came after Trump called for new leadership in Ukraine and an end to attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Can Ukraine fight Russia without US intelligence, and what options does Kyiv have?
WorldAt least 600,000 people in Ukraine were without power early Wednesday after a Russian aerial attack hit energy infrastructure, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
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WorldAn adviser to Volodymyr Zelenskyy says SpaceX restricted Starlink operations for Ukraine’s military overnight. The claim follows Zelenskyy’s statement that Ukraine received no warning from Western allies before two major Russian attacks. Russian affairs analyst Greg Simons offers his analysis.