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1h ago Ukraine’s drone defences against Russia hit by Starlink speed limits, Kyiv in talks with US
5h ago Ex-national security adviser issues warning amid fraying US-Ukraine relationship
5h ago Former security chief warns UK public of deadly Russian threat amid strained US-Ukraine relationship

Ukraine’s drone defences against Russia hit by Starlink speed limits, Kyiv in talks with US

Ukraine is unable to use its interceptor systems effectively against Russian drone attacks because of speed restrictions imposed on Starlink, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday. He added that Kyiv was in contact with US officials to resolve the issue.

The Times of India · 1h ago

Former security chief warns UK public of deadly Russian threat amid strained US-Ukraine relationship

Lord Peter Ricketts said ministers must do more to warn the public about the Russian threat.

The Independent UK · 5h ago

Ex-national security adviser issues warning amid fraying US-Ukraine relationship

Lord Peter Ricketts said ministers must do more to warn the public about the Russian threat.

Evening Standard · 5h ago

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Trump waives Russian sanctions as US-Ukraine relationship frays

The US president claimed the move was in America’s ‘national interests’.

Evening Standard · 6h ago

Elon Musk SpaceX Stock Outlook: $3,000 Could Become $7,500 by 2030, but Investors Face Major Risks

An analysis suggests a $3,000 SpaceX investment could reach $7,500 by December 2030 if the company's valuation rises to $5 trillion, though the projection is not guaranteed.

International Business Times UK · 9h ago

Elon Musk's Starlink responds to Reliance, says ‘ready to connect India’ with high-speed internet

Starlink has said it is ready to provide high-speed internet services in India, asserting that it has spent over five years working with regulators, industry and operators and built dedicated infrastructure with the requisite government approvals. The Elon Musk-led company made the statement while tagging Reliance Industries' post on competition…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

British troops to take part in major Ukraine-facing wargame next month

Donald Trump has meanwhile placed himself at loggerheads with allies over the conflict by refusing to say President Putin sparked the Ukraine war.

Evening Standard · 14h ago

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British troops to join French and German soldiers for major Ukraine training

Donald Trump has meanwhile placed himself at loggerheads with allies over the conflict by refusing to say President Putin sparked the Ukraine war

The Independent UK · 14h ago

Trump declines to blame Putin for Ukraine war, amid transatlantic tensions

Britain and most other Nato members have been clear in putting the fault on the Russian leader, who launched the 2022 invasion.

Evening Standard · 17h ago

Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network

Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service

The Independent UK · 18h ago

Starshield curbs for Ukraine not ordered by Donald Trump, says United States

After criticisms from Donald Trump regarding Ukraine's actions, it was reported that Starshield services were restricted. A US official confirmed that no request for service reduction came from the president. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that operations had improved but were not fully restored. The disruptions in satellite communications posed…

The Economic Times · 18h ago

U.S. Starlink Restrictions Fuel Russian Aggression, Ukrainian Minister Says. Millions are at Risk.

A Ukrainian official said that Moscow appears to view the limitations on Starlink as an opportunity to escalate its offensive, particularly against infrastructure essential to civilian life.

International Business Times · 20h ago

AST SpaceMobile Is Down 67%—Could SpaceX's Mobile Push Deepen the Selloff?

AST SpaceMobile stock hit a one-year low this week amid SpaceX's Starlink spectrum expansion, a Piper Sandler downgrade, a securities lawsuit, and ongoing earnings misses.

MarketBeat · 21h ago

Zelensky’s despair as Trump turns towards Russia

Zelensky warned Trump’s diesel deal puts money in ‘Putin’s pocket’ and can never offset the impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK · 21h ago

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The Times of India · 21h ago

Zelenskyy slams Trump's diesel deal, says will help fund Putin’s war in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concerns over the US diesel deal with Russia. He warned that this agreement could provide additional funds for Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Europe to increase support to Ukraine as missile attacks continue. The president requested significant financial assistance…

The Guardian - UK · 21h ago

Starlink access still not fully restored for Ukraine’s military, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian president says US limiting access was a ‘dangerous and unpleasant surprise’, amid reports the order came from inside White House

The Guardian - UK · 22h ago

Of course Trump is helping Russia in Ukraine – he’s a master of the art of betrayal

The old certainties have gone. We will have to spend whatever it takes to protect ourselves in this new and dangerous world, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

The Economic Times · Oct 16

EU is making its own satellite system like Elon Musk's Starlink. Its first satellites are expected to launch in 2029

Since Russia's invasion, Ukraine has heavily depended on Elon Musk's Starlink for its military communication needs. However, recent limitations on military connectivity have sparked worries regarding this reliance on private corporations. The EU meanwhile is creating IRIS, a satellite network aimed at ensuring secure communications for governmental and military use…

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The Conversation · Oct 16

Starlink slowdown underscores Ukraine’s reliance on the US in the battle for the skies

If Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy needed a reminder that Ukraine’s war with Russia may well be decided in the skies by the nation with the most advanced weaponry, then it was delivered this week – seemingly by the United States.

The Times of India · Oct 16

'Can't replace capability': Starlink disruption exposes Ukraine's reliance on US tech

EU leaders are addressing concerns regarding Ukraine's reliance on Elon Musk's Starlink satellite for military communications. Disruptions to the Starlink service have highlighted the urgent need for European alternatives. Officials discussed how to strengthen Europe's satellite communication capabilities during a recent summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Investor interest in…

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

Trump calls Ukraine’s renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries ‘a disgrace’

US president says Zelenskyy ‘more difficult to deal with than Putin’ after ‘energy ceasefire’ collapses

The Conversation · Oct 16

Throttling Starlink puts added strain on US-Ukraine relations

Overnight on October 13-14, Russia launched 39 ballistic missiles and more than 120 drones at Kyiv and Kharkiv in one of its heaviest bombardments for some time. We already knew that Russia’s new-generation jet-powered drones pose a significant threat to Ukraine’s air defences. They are simply too fast to intercept…

Euronews · Oct 16

Europe's answer to Starlink: Who is building IRIS² and what is Germany's role

Who controls the satellites on which armies rely? Reports of Starlink limits in Ukraine highlight the question. The EU is building IRIS², a 348-satellite network with a Bremen manufacturer.

Euronews · Oct 16

Ukraine pushes for European alternatives to US air defences and Starlink amid tensions with Washington

As tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepen Ukraine is looking to Europe to help secure its long-term defence and technological independence. A senior Ukrainian presidential official told Euronews that concrete plans are already taking shape.

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump orders last-minute stay on Russian sanctions and refuses to blame Putin for war

Trump had himself approved the sanctions law only last month. The bipartisan bill was designed to quickly hit Russia's financial resources for its war on Ukraine

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