Starshield operations restored to speeds of more than 400 km/h, Ukraine's Defense Ministry says

Ukraine's Defense Ministry reported that Starshield, the militarized version of Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet system, had its connection speed restored to over 400 kilometers per hour (248 miles per hour) as of October 24. Previously, the speed was capped at 161 kilometers per hour (100 miles per hour). The ministry confirmed the stable connection and continued monitoring of Starlink and Starshield.

Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara emphasized the importance of this advancement for the Ukrainian front, military operations, drones, logistics, and communications. The issue had hindered Ukraine's defense against Russian jet-powered drones and coordination of strikes against targets. Despite diplomatic efforts to resolve the disruptions, the Trump administration pointed fingers at SpaceX CEO Elon Musk for the restrictions.

President Volodymyr Zelensky also confirmed that the speed restrictions for Starlink and Starshield remained in effect as of October 23, stating that the speed had not been restored. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal announced a probe into the Starlink disruption, asking the Pentagon to clarify who ordered the restrictions and providing information on the U.S. military's reliance on Starlink.