🌍🚀 Ukraine blocks Starlink access for Russian forces
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Ukraine has successfully blocked access to Starlink terminals used by Russian forces, leading to significant disruptions in their military operations. Ukrainian officials report that the blockade has complicated Russian command and control, with some operations halted. The measures follow Ukraine's collaboration with SpaceX, which now requires registration for terminal access, ensuring that only authorized systems are operational. Defence Minister Mijailo Fedorov praised the initiative as a critical step in managing satellite technology in the conflict.
Key points
- Ukraine successfully blocks Starlink access for Russian military units.
- Registration requirement for terminals complicates Russian command and control.
- Ukrainian officials report significant disruptions to Russian military operations.
Links
- Europa Press: Ucrania señala que Rusia se enfrenta a dificultades en el frente por el bloqueo del servicio de Starlink
- wiadomosci.wp.pl: Starlinki nie dla Rosjan. Udało się zablokować dostęp
- Le Figaro: Guerre en Ukraine : des observateurs militaires russes signalent des coupures de Starlink sur le front
- BFMTV: "Les Starlink sont HS": en bloquant ses terminaux utilisés par les militaires russes sur le front, Elon Musk a trouvé le "talon d’Achille" des forces du Kremlin
- T-Online: Hybride Kriegsführung: Greift Putin jetzt im Weltall an?
Facts
- Ukrainian Ministry of Defence reports significant disruptions to Russian military operations due to Starlink blockade.
- Registration requirement for Starlink terminals was implemented following Ukraine's request to SpaceX.
- Defence Minister Mijailo Fedorov emphasized the importance of Western technologies supporting democratic efforts.
Quotes
- The enemy not only has problems on the front, but is facing a catastrophe. The entire command and control of the troops has collapsed. — Sergi Beskrestnov
- Authorised terminals are operating normally. We continue with verification and are cooperating with SpaceX to ensure rapid registration of terminals. — Mijailo Fedorov
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