Ukraine Reports Starlink Speeds Resumed After Week of Restrictions

Filed 2026-10-24 12:00 · 3 publisher pages · upstream origin unresolved

Ukraine reports Starlink and Starshield systems have resumed high-speed operations after a week of restrictions that disrupted military operations. Connectivity is reported at speeds exceeding 400 km/h, though full restoration remains unconfirmed.

The restrictions, linked to US President Trump's comments on Russian oil, were attributed to internal White House decisions. Neither Musk nor the US government has admitted responsibility, with both claiming the decision would have come from the other.

Ukraine continues to rely on Starlink for frontline communications and Starshield for military operations in occupied territories, though long-range drone operations are not dependent on the systems. The restrictions caused issues with intercepting Russian drones and cancelling operations.

Ukraine remains concerned about potential ongoing issues with Starshield despite Trump's promise of service restoration, with officials noting that connectivity issues persist despite the promise.

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straits-times — Ukraine says Starlink back to normal after week of throttling · 2026-10-24
the-hindu — Ukraine says Starlink back to normal after week of throttling · 2026-10-24
the-hill — Ukraine: Starlink still isn’t working after Trump restoration promise · 2026-10-23

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