Problems with Starlinks in Ukraine. Senators announce an investigation

As reported by the Wall Street Journal, senators Jeanne Shaheen and Chris Coons sent an official letter to Elon Musk, the owner of SpaceX, in which they demand the preservation and disclosure of all documentation regarding limitations in the operation of the Starshield system - the military version of the popular Starlink. Politicians announce the initiation of an investigation into this matter immediately after Democrats take over the majority in Congress, which will take place in January.

Restrictions that could cost lives

What exactly is this about? The Ukrainian authorities warned that in October and November 2026 there were serious disruptions in the operation of Starlink terminals. The connection disappeared when the devices were traveling at speeds above 160 km/h, while Russian drones can reach speeds of up to 380 km/h.

The Ukrainian army emphasizes that these restrictions prevented several military operations. They could also have a direct impact on the safety of soldiers and the effectiveness of the country's defense.

Who decided on the blockade?

So far, it is not known who exactly made the decision to introduce restrictions. The Wall Street Journal suggests that it could have been Elon Musk himself, but other media indicate the possible involvement of the White House.

Senators Shaheen and Coons are demanding that SpaceX answer questions about its oversight of the Starlink and Starshield systems and confirm that the company has retained all documentation related to the matter. The deadline to respond is November 30.

Ukraine demands explanations

The case also received wide attention in Kiev. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, quoted by The Kyiv Independent, demands clear explanations from the United States regarding disruptions in the operation of the Starshield system.

In October, the number of Russian attacks on Ukraine reached almost 4,000.