A top Ukrainian official has criticized recent restrictions on military access to Starlink satellite internet, calling the move an unexpected and concerning development amid ongoing reports that the decision originated within the U.S. government. The disclosure comes as Ukraine seeks urgent financial support, with its president requesting billions in additional European aid to bolster defense efforts against Russian aggression. Tensions over critical communications infrastructure raise questions about coordination between allies as the conflict persists. The latest updates follow high-level discussions in Brussels, where Ukraine’s leadership is pressing for sustained international backing.
Ukrainian president says US limiting access was a ‘dangerous and unpleasant surprise’, amid reports the order came from inside White HouseEurope live – latest updatesVolodymyr Zelenskyy has said the Ukrainian military’s access to the Starlink satellite internet service has not yet been fully restored, as media reports suggested the order to throttle the service had come from within the White House.Zelenskyy met European leaders on Friday in Brussels, where he asked the EU for another €70bn next year to fund Ukraine’s defence against Russia. Continue reading...
