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Europe raises issue of alternatives to Starlink following restrictions in Ukraine, working on solutions – Zelenskyy

European Union countries have responded to the speed restrictions imposed in Ukraine on the operation of Starlink satellite communication terminals and have stepped up efforts to develop alternative solutions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

Europe raises issue of alternatives to Starlink following restrictions in Ukraine, working on solutions – Zelenskyy

European Union nations have reacted to the speed limitations placed on Starlink satellite communication terminals in Ukraine and are intensifying efforts to find alternative solutions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy disclosed. Regarding an alternative to Starlink: initially, we utilize Starlink and collaborate with SpaceX.

Regrettably, restrictions are currently in effect. Alas, this is the unfortunate truth. Nonetheless, Europe is cognizant of this. In essence, the matter isn't confined to Ukraine alone. All of Europe has witnessed the United States imposing restrictions—despite agreements and contracts—on Starlink's speed for security reasons. Consequently, Europe is seizing this opportunity.

That's why the European Union is now addressing the issue of alternatives, Zelenskyy stated when responding to inquiries from journalists on Saturday. According to him, "they are already working on it." However, the president did not specify which developments and countries he was referring to, nor the stage of the relevant projects. Zelenskyy added that they will succeed in this area.

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