Zelensky says Ukraine’s speed restrictions remain on Starlink and its military version, Starshield, despite Trump’s assurances

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that speed limits on Starlink and Starshield satellite communications remain enforced in Ukraine, despite assurances from the U.S. President Donald Trump. This was reported in a video address to the Hudson Institute in Washington, according to Interfax-Ukraine. Zelensky expressed that the speed restrictions on Starlink and Starshield have not been lifted, and that the delivery of interceptors for missile protection, previously agreed upon, has been delayed.

He highlighted that Russia attacks Ukraine almost daily, which complicates the situation due to the speed restrictions. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine continues to conduct successful operations on the front lines and is making efforts to maintain logistics and defend itself. The restrictions on Starlink and Starshield, which were initially reported on October 14, limited the satellite connection when drones exceeded 160 kilometers per hour.

Despite Trump denying responsibility, it was reported that Musk had proposed to restrict Starlink speeds in Ukraine, and later lifted the restrictions on the military version of Starlink after a call with Trump.