Published Oct 19, 2026, 8:30 AM ET · Updated 25 days ago · 1 source

Starlink slowdown impacts Ukrainian drone operations and missile warnings

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The Starlink system was reportedly slowed down around last Tuesday, preventing devices moving faster than 100 mph from connecting, which specifically impacted Ukrainian interceptor drones flying at 250 mph, making them unable to shoot down Russian drones and leaving cities vulnerable. Additionally, a system for missile launch warnings was allegedly not passed to Ukrainians, further costing lives.