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Starshield vs. Starlink: How Ukraine's military use both

Starshield has become essential for Ukrainian military operations. Jericka Duncan explains what it is and how it's related to Starlink. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations that is available free to everyone with access to the internet and is the de

1 outlet · 60 Minutes · 22 hours ago

Trump says Zelenskyy doesn't want to end Russia's war on Ukraine

As Ukraine and Russia continue trading strikes, Trump accuses Zelenskyy of not wanting to end the war sparked by Putin's ongoing full-scale invasion.

14 outlets · The Guardian US, 60 Minutes, PBS NewsHour, South China Morning Post, The Independent and 9 more · 23 hours ago

Mike Turner calls for investigation into Ukraine’s loss of Starlink access

Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) called for an investigation into Ukrainian forces losing access to a military version of Starlink temporarily last week. Appearing on CBS News’s “Face the Nation” on Sunday, Turner was asked if Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying the outage “sort of happened” was sufficie

1 outlet · The Hill · 1 day ago

Bessent warns Zelenskyy to 'be very careful' about claims U.S. is throttling Starlink

Starlink, high-speed satellite internet provided by Elon Musk's SpaceX, is critical to Ukraine's defense.

1 outlet · CNBC · 2 days ago

Ukraine still can't intercept drones due to Starlink issues, Zelenskyy says

The Ukrainian president said Starlink issues are hampering his country's defensive efforts against Russian drones.

1 outlet · CBS News · 2 days ago

Trump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.

10 outlets · The Guardian US, Bloomberg Technology, France 24, The Independent, Forbes Breaking News and 5 more · 3 days ago

Growing dispute over Starlink disruptions in Ukraine

There are growing questions over who gave the order to restrict Starlink internet speeds in Ukraine, which disrupted drone operations and, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, put lives at risk. CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch has the details.

1 outlet · 60 Minutes · 3 days ago

Trump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.

1 outlet · CNBC · 4 days ago

Order To Limit Ukraine’s Starshield Use Reportedly Came From White House

The decision to restrict Ukraine’s use of Starshield, the military-grade version of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service, came from inside the White House, Reuters reported Thursday, a day after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said any restrictions on the system are “ultimately” determined by President Donald Tr

2 outlets · Forbes Breaking News, CNN · 4 days ago

REPLAY: Ukraine's Zelensky holds presser in Brussels

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday urged European leaders to maintain their support for Kyiv and warned against easing sanctions on Russia. Speaking to reporters at the European summit in Brussels, Zelensky said that ending the war remained Ukraine’s priority but accused Russian Presid

1 outlet · France 24 · 4 days ago

What to know about Starshield, SpaceX's military-focused Starlink service

Elon Musk distinguished Starshield from Starlink, which he said could not be used for offensive military operations.

1 outlet · CNBC · 4 days ago

‘We’re done’: Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries as anger at Trump mounts

Satellite internet functionality via Starshield — the military version of the SpaceX service in Ukraine — has resumed at previous speeds for the moment, according to Ukraine.

9 outlets · PBS NewsHour, The Hill, New York Times, BBC News, France 24 and 4 more · 5 days ago

Ukraine hits Russian refinery as Starlink satellite services are restored

Ukraine's Starlink and Starshield satellite services — critical tools in its war against Russia that were unexpectedly throttled this week — have been restored to full capacity, a Ukrainian official tells Axios. The official also said that Ukraine conducted a strike overnight against a Russian oil r

2 outlets · Reuters, Axios · 5 days ago

‘We’re done’: Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries as anger at Trump mounts

Ukraine has resumed strikes on Russian oil refineries after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy angrily accused the United States of betraying Kyiv with a “dangerous” withdrawal of support critical to its defense against Russia.

14 outlets · New York Times, CBS News, Channel 4 News, The Hill, Axios and 9 more · 5 days ago

Half of United flights have Starlink Wi-Fi – here’s how to check yours

United Airlines first introduced Starlink Wi-Fi on its flights starting early in 2025, the airline says nearly half of its flights currently offer the high-speed satellite internet service. It’s now introduced a new way to let you check whether your flight has the service … more…

1 outlet · 9to5Mac · 5 days ago

Elon Musk and Donald Trump: What their growing ties mean for Ukraine

The recent disruption of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine comes as Washington steps up pressure on Kyiv to halt its strikes on Russian oil refineries. The system plays a key role in Ukraine’s long-range drone operations, raising questions about the implications of the disrupti

1 outlet · France 24 · 5 days ago

Musk suggests US govt behind any slowdown in Ukraine's Starshield system

SpaceX boss Elon Musk said Wednesday that any disruptions reported by Ukraine in using the Starshield satellite communications system would be the responsibility of the US government, not his company. "Starshield systems are owned and controlled by the US government.

4 outlets · France 24, NBC News, CNBC, The Economist · 5 days ago

Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

It is the "backbone of military communications in Ukraine" that provides vital high-speed internet to forces across the country.

1 outlet · BBC News · 5 days ago

‘We’re done’: Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries as anger mounts with Trump

Ukraine has resumed strikes on Russian oil refineries as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy angrily accused the United States of the “dangerous” withdrawal of support critical to its defense against Russia.

9 outlets · CNBC, NPR, Al Jazeera, New York Times, The Independent and 4 more · 5 days ago

Ukraine accuses SpaceX of restricting Starlink, disrupting military amid Trump pressure

Ukrainian officials and military units accused Elon Musk’s SpaceX of throttling a technology at the heart of their battlefield communications and drone operations.

11 outlets · CNBC, Forbes Breaking News, South China Morning Post, Axios, France 24 and 6 more · 5 days ago

Ukraine says military operations disrupted from new Starlink restrictions

Ukraine has accused Elon Musk and SpaceX of undermining its ability to undergo military operations as new Starlink restrictions are causing disruptions. NBC News' Richard Engel discusses how this situation is occurring amid President Zelenskyy's strained relationship with President Trump.

10 outlets · The Independent, South China Morning Post, Axios, France 24, The Economist and 5 more · 5 days ago

Ukraine says military operations disrupted from new Starlink restrictions

Ukraine has accused Elon Musk and SpaceX of undermining its ability to undergo military operations as new Starlink restrictions are causing disruptions. NBC News' Richard Engel discusses how this situation is occurring amid President Zelenskyy's strained relationship with President Trump.

9 outlets · The Independent, Axios, France 24, The Economist, The Guardian US and 4 more · 5 days ago

Ukraine says military operations disrupted from new Starlink restrictions

Ukraine has accused Elon Musk and SpaceX of undermining its ability to undergo military operations as new Starlink restrictions are causing disruptions. NBC News' Richard Engel discusses how this situation is occurring amid President Zelenskyy's strained relationship with President Trump.

14 outlets · France 24, Forbes Breaking News, The Economist, The Guardian US, Reuters and 9 more · 6 days ago

Why did Starlink systems fail before Russian attacks on Ukraine?

There has been no explanation from Donald Trump or Elon Musk after Ukraine’s usual early warnings of missile attacks didn’t come as it was suddenly hit by restrictions on the satellite system they use to defend and attack.

1 outlet · Channel 4 News · 6 days ago

Trump right to share intel with Ukraine; don't turn off Starlink, Elon Musk!

Devastating Russia strikes hit Kyiv last night, and now 600,000 people are without power. The ballistic missiles were not detected in advance, which meant people on the ground there had little advanced warning. This is very dangerous — I know, because I was in Ukraine several months ago, and I saw f

4 outlets · Fox News, The Hill, Al Jazeera, NBC News · 6 days ago

Ukraine blindsided by Starlink throttling restrictions and intelligence gaps

Kyiv’s forces experience connectivity problems on Elon Musk’s satellite network.

1 outlet · Ars Technica · 6 days ago

Starlink restrictions in Ukraine war linked to political situation, Zelensky aide says

Elon Musk's system allows Kyiv to protect Ukrainian skies and effectively guide drones to Russian targets.

1 outlet · BBC News · 6 days ago

Democrats explode over Trump's Russia diesel deal

Democratic lawmakers pushed back Friday on President Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian oil amid global fuel shortages during U.S. military operations against Iran and the Russia-Ukraine war. The deal will permit Russian President Vladimir Putin’s government to supply 300,000 tons of dies

19 outlets · BBC News, The Independent, CBS News, Newsweek, Axios and 14 more · 1 week ago

'Real boss of India?': Elon Musk takes aim at Indian billionaire Ambani as Starlink launch stalls

Musk claimed Starlink was not being allowed to launch in India despite spending five years complying with every single law and requirement of the government.

1 outlet · CNBC · 1 week ago

Elon Musk hits out at ‘certain oligarchs’ for blocking Starlink in India

Elon Musk accused unnamed rivals of blocking SpaceX’s Starlink satellite broadband network in India, an apparent swipe at billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Sunil Bharti Mittal. SpaceX has been awaiting approval from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to offer Starlink service in India, where com

1 outlet · South China Morning Post · 1 week ago

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