Ukrainian Defense Minister Says "Starlink" and "Star Shield" Have Restored Stable Communication

Source: Global Times
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On the 24th local time, Ukrainian Defense Minister Reznikov reported that monitoring data from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense indicates that the "Starlink" and "Starshield" satellite communication systems have restored functionality, with terminals able to maintain stable communication at speeds exceeding 400 kilometers per hour.

Reznikov stated that this progress is significant for frontline operations, supporting troop mobility, drone missions, military logistics, and battlefield communication assurance.

Reznikov mentioned that Ukraine will continue to track and record the operational status of the two systems, with plans to conduct higher-speed condition tests to determine the upper speed limits the systems can handle and to comprehensively assess the level of communication capability restoration. (Reporter: Dong Wei, CCTV)

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Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Command & Control / Weapons & Equipment
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Activity
The Ukrainian Defense Minister reported that the Starlink and Starshield satellite communication systems have restored stable performance, enabling communication at speeds exceeding 400 km/h.
Location
Ukraine
Unit
Ukrainian Armed Forces
Time
October 24
Equipment
StarlinkStarshield
Summary

On October 24, the Ukrainian Defense Minister announced that the Starlink and Starshield satellite communication systems have restored stable performance, allowing communication at speeds exceeding 400 km/h. This development is significant for frontline operations, supporting troop mobility, drone missions, military logistics, and battlefield communication. Continuous monitoring and further testing are planned to evaluate the systems' capabilities.

Key Facts
  • Ukrainian Defense Minister reported stable performance of Starlink and Starshield systems.
  • Communication can be maintained at speeds over 400 km/h.
  • The systems support troop mobility, drone missions, military logistics, and battlefield communication.
  • Further testing is planned to assess the systems' speed limits and communication capabilities.