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Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

BBC News Science and Environment · 14 October 2026 at 20:52

Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

It is the "backbone of military communications in Ukraine" and there could be severe implications if Elon Musk's SpaceX keeps restricting access.

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Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

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