Starshield restrictions 'threaten Ukraine's energy defences' ahead of winter

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Ukraine says Starshield limits affect military defenses

The Moscow Times reported on Nov. 12 that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Starshield disruptions had affected military units along the front line and in Russian-occupied areas. The New York Times reported that Zelensky said access was being throttled over occupied territory, while SpaceX denied the claim. Euronews said Zelensky linked the restrictions to Ukraine’s ability to intercept Russian jet-powered drones. The reports have not established why the limits returned.