Streeting ‘reassured’ by Hegseth that Ukraine’s access to Starlink restored The Defence Secretary told his US counterpart the UK’s role was to ‘bring harmony’ amid strained US-Ukraine relations. Evening Standard · Oct 15
Streeting ‘reassured’ by US defence secretary Hegseth that Ukraine’s access to Starlink restored Growing anxieties over Washington's ongoing dedication to Kyiv come after the Starlink disruption and Mr Trump’s decision to relax sanctions concerning Russian diesel The Independent UK · Oct 15
What to know about Starshield and why its disruption rattled Ukraine’s forces Ukraine's military faced sudden disruptions in SpaceX's Starshield satellite connectivity, causing lost drones and failed operations The Independent UK · Oct 15
‘We’re done’, says Zelenskyy as Kyiv hits Moscow refinery Ukraine has returned to attacking Russian oil refineries after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that patience had worn thin. The ceasefire on energy targets, which was supported by Donald Trump, is effectively over due to Russia's continued attacks. Six Russian Su-34M military aircraft have been damaged in a Ukrainian strike. Meanwhile,… The Economic Times · Oct 15
Zelenskyy poised to visit Budapest next week as Ukraine and Hungary move towards diplomatic reset In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's deputy chief of staff confirmed that the Ukrainian leader has been invited to Budapest on 23 October, as Zelenskyy and Magyar are set for their first formal bilateral meeting in Brussels. Euronews · Oct 15
Blame Russia, Not Zelenskyy, for the Ukraine War's Endless Slog Restricting Starshield and ending intelligence sharing would be remarkable betrayals. Reason · Oct 15
Will Trump really pull the plug? Starlink restored but Ukraine's fate still uncertain Can a flick of a switch really be enough for Donald Trump and Elon Musk to end Ukraine's hopes of holding out against Russia? With Kyiv already reeling from daily strikes by Russia's new motor-powered drones, the US decision to slow SpaceX's Starlink service was felt immediately on Wednesday, when… France 24 · Oct 15
Wes Streeting urges US to back Ukraine on Washington visit after Starlink row UK defence secretary says he has been ‘reassured directly’ by counterpart Pete Hegseth that Starlink system has been restored as he seeks to cool tensions The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
Why have US-Ukraine relations soured ahead of the midterms? Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said he felt “betrayed” on Wednesday after access was seemingly restricted to US intelligence and Space X satellite services, raising new questions about US commitment to Ukraine. With Trump under pressure over rising fuel prices, is the White House hoping criticism of Kyiv can help shift… France 24 · Oct 15
From Ambani to Zelenskyy, Musk mixes business with politics Elon Musk is increasingly acting as an influential figure in global politics and domestic affairs. His recent remarks about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reflect attempts to sway leadership in Ukraine. Musk's substantial financial contributions to American politics emphasize his growing influence over legislative decisions. His disputes with India regarding Starlink… The Times of India · Oct 15
Donald Trump’s Russia/Ukraine ‘ceasefire’ in tatters after both sides resume massive strikes on energy infrastructure Zelenskyy says Putin showing "ostentatious disrespect" towards United States. We Got This Covered · Oct 15
Ukraine testing new ‘evacuation drone’ that rescues wounded soldiers from battlefield The futuristic drone can carry up to 330 pounds and reach speeds up to 65mph The Independent UK · Oct 15
Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable and has to stop’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
Ukraine Slammed Starlink Restrictions: Musk Pointed to the Pentagon and White House. The crisis began when Denys Sienik, Ukraine's top diplomat in Washington, contacted U.S. lawmakers to warn that restrictions had been imposed on military-grade Starlink terminals without explanation. International Business Times · Oct 15
International Business Times · Oct 15 Zelenskyy Said He Feels 'Betrayed' by Trump. Ukraine Has Now Reportedly Run Out of Key Missiles. Kyiv no longer has Patriots, which are capable of intercepting Russian ballistic missiles.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 15 Andy Burnham refuses to say Trump 'betrayed' Ukraine over Starlink restrictions ANDY Burnham would not back suggestions that the US has betrayed Ukraine, and insisted the UK would continue to build bridges with Donald Trump.
The Independent UK · Oct 15 AfD leader threatens to pull German funding for Ukraine and repeats Putin talking points in worrying interview German chancellor Friedrich Merz said meanwhile that giving up on Kyiv would have ‘an enormous impact on the entire political order of this continent’
The Independent UK · Oct 15 Internet trashes FBI Director Kash Patel for his ‘From Russia with Love’ post ‘We don’t have to look very hard for the collusion anymore,’ one critic said
International Business Times UK · Oct 15 Zelensky's Bombshell Piers Morgan Interview: 'I Feel Betrayed' by Trump as Musk Row Explodes Zelensky warns 'people will die' if Ukraine loses vital satellite connectivity as his explosive Piers Morgan interview exposes deepening tensions with Trump and Elon Musk.
We Got This Covered · Oct 15 Zelensky feels betrayed over Trump-Russia deal, says he was counting on the US president: ‘We’re losing a strong partner’ Zelensky asks Trump to be on the "right side of history."
The Conversation · Oct 15 Is the US limiting Starlink in Ukraine? The consequences could be catastrophic The drone has become the signature weapon of the Russo-Ukraine war. On any day in Ukraine, tens of thousands of drones are out hunting the battlefield for targets. These could be individual enemy soldiers or vehicles, or they could be larger targets such as depots, headquarters, bridges or power plants.
France 24 · Oct 15 NATO to address drone attacks in the Black Sea after seven missing off Romania NATO will put drone strikes in the Black Sea on its agenda at a meeting next week, officials said Thursday, following two new attacks and the disappearance of seven people. Incidents involving civilian vessels in the Black Sea have been on the rise off the coasts of Bulgaria and Romania…
Salon · Oct 15 The internet isn't dead. It's even worse Ukraine didn't knock out Russia's digital troll army, but the attacks say a lot about our fears of being online
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Can a private company switch off a country’s battlefield communications? The Starlink-Ukraine crisis exposes a new vulnerability in modern warfare Ukraine has depended on SpaceX's Starlink for military communications since Russia's invasion began in February 2022. Connectivity disruptions raised concerns about military operations and civilian protection during intensified Russian attacks. Officials reported that restrictions affected drone operations meant to intercept incoming threats effectively. The distinction between Starlink and Starshield has…
The Independent UK · Oct 15 What is Starlink and why is it so important for Ukraine? Elon Musk says the United States owns and controls the military-grade version of Starlink, which both Ukraine and Britain use