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Ukraine at least doubles strikes on civilian Russian targets — diplomat
According to Yulia Zhdanova, the intensity of civilian targets shelling peaked during the parliamentary elections in Russia on September
Russian forces strike logistics hub in Khmelnitsky — defense ministry
The Epicenter logistics hub stored and distributed cargo for the armed forces of Ukraine
Restrictions expose Ukraine's Starlink dependency in Russia war: observers
PARIS (FRANCE) - Restrictions reported by Ukraine on its use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv's reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations in its fight against Russia'a invasion, analysts and observers say. A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on Wednesday that Starlink data communication speeds had been "throttled". The change has come at a time of renewed tension between Kyiv and Washington, with US President Donald Trump seeking to bring down global fuel prices by buying Russian diesel and pressuring both sides to stop attacking energy infrastructure. Starlink is controlled by SpaceX, the satellite and space company of Trump ally and billionaire tycoon Elon Musk, who also owns the X social media platform. SpaceX has yet to clarify what caused the restrictions reported by Kyiv. Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy facilities, prompting fears of US retaliation against Kyiv, such as halting intelligence sharing or slowing down Starlink. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country had "some difficulties... about Starlink and about intelligence" as it confronted Russian attacks on Wednesday. "We count on partnership with the United States, we just want to be very honest, very clear, be strong partners," he said. Several Ukrainian sources said the satellite communications constellation now cuts the signal between a satellite and an antenna if the latter moves faster than around 160 kilometres (100 miles) per hour. This means that Ukrainian mobile military assets, such as aerial drones, lose their connection if they exceed this speed. Drones have emerged as a key weapon in the conflict, which was sparked by Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of its neighbour. The restrictions "complicate drone missions -- particularly those involving interceptors and medium-range strikes -- and reduce capabilities regarding frontline logistics, reconnaissance and communication relays", a Ukrainian ministry of defence source said, asking not to be named. - 'Significant impact' - In terms of offensive capabilities, Starlink was "extremely effective" for attacks on radar targets, surface-to-air systems or defended sites, said a European industry source who asked not to be named. "It allows for operations at very low altitudes -- it is controlled by a signal from space, bypassing the radio horizon and the Earth's curvature -- factors that otherwise limit ground-based remote control signals." The source added that jamming Starlink signals -- a crucial potential tactic to disrupt communications -- is very difficult and consumes a lot of energy. The restrictions, however, should have no effect on Ukrainian longer-range strikes -- particularly against refineries deep within Russian territory where the Starlink constellation does not operate. But it "could have a significant impact on medium-range strikes on" Ukraine's Crimea peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014, in areas in east Ukraine occupied by Moscow, or in the Black Sea, said Yohann Michel, a research fellow at the Lyon-based Institute for Strategic and Defence Studies (IESD). Perhaps most importantly, the restrictions could test Kyiv's ability to defend Ukraine against swarms of Russian drones. The concerns come at a time when Ukrainian air defence systems are running low and winter approaches, bringing with it intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure aimed at undermining public morale. - 'Massive' Ukrainian reliance - "Ukrainian reliance on Starlink is massive," said Michel, noting that "the majority of Ukrainian transmissions depend on it". Zelensky's technology adviser Sergiy Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that SpaceX had "introduced a speed limit for the Starlink terminals in motion". He said this restriction "led to the disruption of a number of missions" and deprived Ukraine of its ability to fight Russian jet-powered drones. According to Beskrestnov, Ukraine uses Starlink to help intercept drones, although exactly how this works has never been made clear. Although there is so far no confirmation that the restrictions are linked to tensions between Washington and Kyiv, analysts were alert to the possibility. "We will have to wait a few days to see if the problem persists, and whether it is widespread or limited to Ukraine," said the IESD's Michel. "Nothing can be ruled out -- from American pressure on the Ukrainians regarding strikes on diesel supplies to a much more mundane explanation, such as a software update," he added.
Israel’s former security chief sues Netanyahu for October 7 defamation
Bar and Netanyahu have traded blame over the Hamas-led attack, as elections in Israel loom.
Russia says NATO militarization fuels illegal trade in Western weapons
According to head of the Russian delegation at the Vienna talks on military security and arms control Yulia Zhdanova, the key role in these ‘gray’ schemes is played by both the command of the armed forces of Ukraine and the leadership of the national intelligence services
FBI refutes reports about Patel’s visit to Russia
The FBI revealed that Kash Patel was taking part in a law enforcement appreciation event at the Liberty University in Virginia
Russia tells OSCE about negotiations with Melania Trump’s team on Alyoshki
Head of the Russian delegation at the negotiations in Vienna Yulia Zhdanova pointed to the Ukrainian blockade as the main cause of the humanitarian crisis in Alyoshki
How six Ukrainian divers could have blown up Russia’s $20bn pipelines
A Ukrainian military officer is on trial in Germany over an act of sabotage that remained unsolved for years.
Russian stock market closed with growing indices
The ruble-denominated MOEX Russia Index gained 0.11% to 2,421.45 points
Putin-Xi meeting to be great chance for exchange of views — Chinese Foreign Minister
The two leaders will meet on the sidelines of an informal meeting of leaders of APEC forum in Shenzhen, China
With 14 Members in Favour, Russian Federation Abstaining, Security Council Adopts Resolution 2831 (2026) Renewing Sanction Regime Concerning Haiti for One Year
The Security Council today renewed the sanctions regime concerning Haiti, including its travel-ban, asset-freeze and arms-embargo measures.
Restrictions expose Ukraine's Starlink dependency in Russia war: Observers
Paris: Restrictions reported by Ukraine on its use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv's reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations in its fight against Russia'a invasion, analysts and observers say. A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on Wednesday that Starlink data communication speeds had been "throttled". The change has come at a time of renewed tension between Kyiv and Washington, with US President Donald Trump seeking to bring down global fuel prices by buying Russian diesel and pressuring both sides to stop attacking energy infrastructure. Starlink is controlled by SpaceX, the satellite and space company of Trump ally and billionaire tycoon Elon Musk, who also owns the X social media platform. SpaceX has yet to clarify what caused the restrictions reported by Kyiv. Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy facilities, prompting fears of US retaliation against Kyiv, such as halting intelligence sharing or slowing down Starlink. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country had "some difficulties... about Starlink and about intelligence" as it confronted Russian attacks on Wednesday. "We count on partnership with the United States, we just want to be very honest, very clear, be strong partners," he said. Several Ukrainian sources said the satellite communications constellation now cuts the signal between a satellite and an antenna if the latter moves faster than around 160 kilometres (100 miles) per hour. This means that Ukrainian mobile military assets, such as aerial drones, lose their connection if they exceed this speed. Drones have emerged as a key weapon in the conflict, which was sparked by Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of its neighbour. The restrictions "complicate drone missions -- particularly those involving interceptors and medium-range strikes -- and reduce capabilities regarding frontline logistics, reconnaissance and communication relays", a Ukrainian ministry of defence source said, asking not to be named. 'Significant impact' In terms of offensive capabilities, Starlink was "extremely effective" for attacks on radar targets, surface-to-air systems or defended sites, said a European industry source who asked not to be named. "It allows for operations at very low altitudes -- it is controlled by a signal from space, bypassing the radio horizon and the Earth's curvature -- factors that otherwise limit ground-based remote control signals." The source added that jamming Starlink signals -- a crucial potential tactic to disrupt communications -- is very difficult and consumes a lot of energy. The restrictions, however, should have no effect on Ukrainian longer-range strikes -- particularly against refineries deep within Russian territory where the Starlink constellation does not operate. But it "could have a significant impact on medium-range strikes on" Ukraine's Crimea peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014, in areas in east Ukraine occupied by Moscow, or in the Black Sea, said Yohann Michel, a research fellow at the Lyon-based Institute for Strategic and Defence Studies (IESD). Perhaps most importantly, the restrictions could test Kyiv's ability to defend Ukraine against swarms of Russian drones. The concerns come at a time when Ukrainian air defence systems are running low and winter approaches, bringing with it intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure aimed at undermining public morale. 'Massive' Ukrainian reliance "Ukrainian reliance on Starlink is massive," said Michel, noting that "the majority of Ukrainian transmissions depend on it". Zelensky's technology adviser Sergiy Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that SpaceX had "introduced a speed limit for the Starlink terminals in motion". He said this restriction "led to the disruption of a number of missions" and deprived Ukraine of its ability to fight Russian jet-powered drones. According to Beskrestnov, Ukraine uses Starlink to help intercept drones, although exactly how this works has never been made clear. Although there is so far no confirmation that the restrictions are linked to tensions between Washington and Kyiv, analysts were alert to the possibility. "We will have to wait a few days to see if the problem persists, and whether it is widespread or limited to Ukraine," said the IESD's Michel. "Nothing can be ruled out -- from American pressure on the Ukrainians regarding strikes on diesel supplies to a much more mundane explanation, such as a software update," he added. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on Wednesday that Starlink data communication speeds had been "throttled". The change has come at a time of renewed tension between Kyiv and Washington, with US President Donald Trump seeking to bring down global fuel prices by buying Russian diesel and pressuring both sides to stop attacking energy infrastructure. Starlink is controlled by SpaceX, the satellite and space company of Trump ally and billionaire tycoon Elon Musk, who also owns the X social media platform. SpaceX has yet to clarify what caused the restrictions reported by Kyiv. Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy facilities, prompting fears of US retaliation against Kyiv, such as halting intelligence sharing or slowing down Starlink. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country had "some difficulties... about Starlink and about intelligence" as it confronted Russian attacks on Wednesday. "We count on partnership with the United States, we just want to be very honest, very clear, be strong partners," he said. Several Ukrainian sources said the satellite communications constellation now cuts the signal between a satellite and an antenna if the latter moves faster than around 160 kilometres (100 miles) per hour. This means that Ukrainian mobile military assets, such as aerial drones, lose their connection if they exceed this speed. Drones have emerged as a key weapon in the conflict, which was sparked by Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of its neighbour. The restrictions "complicate drone missions -- particularly those involving interceptors and medium-range strikes -- and reduce capabilities regarding frontline logistics, reconnaissance and communication relays", a Ukrainian ministry of defence source said, asking not to be named. 'Significant impact' In terms of offensive capabilities, Starlink was "extremely effective" for attacks on radar targets, surface-to-air systems or defended sites, said a European industry source who asked not to be named. "It allows for operations at very low altitudes -- it is controlled by a signal from space, bypassing the radio horizon and the Earth's curvature -- factors that otherwise limit ground-based remote control signals." The source added that jamming Starlink signals -- a crucial potential tactic to disrupt communications -- is very difficult and consumes a lot of energy. The restrictions, however, should have no effect on Ukrainian longer-range strikes -- particularly against refineries deep within Russian territory where the Starlink constellation does not operate. But it "could have a significant impact on medium-range strikes on" Ukraine's Crimea peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014, in areas in east Ukraine occupied by Moscow, or in the Black Sea, said Yohann Michel, a research fellow at the Lyon-based Institute for Strategic and Defence Studies (IESD). Perhaps most importantly, the restrictions could test Kyiv's ability to defend Ukraine against swarms of Russian drones. The concerns come at a time when Ukrainian air defence systems are running low and winter approaches, bringing with it intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure aimed at undermining public morale. 'Massive' Ukrainian reliance "Ukrainian reliance on Starlink is massive," said Michel, noting that "the majority of Ukrainian transmissions depend on it". Zelensky's technology adviser Sergiy Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that SpaceX had "introduced a speed limit for the Starlink terminals in motion". He said this restriction "led to the disruption of a number of missions" and deprived Ukraine of its ability to fight Russian jet-powered drones. According to Beskrestnov, Ukraine uses Starlink to help intercept drones, although exactly how this works has never been made clear. Although there is so far no confirmation that the restrictions are linked to tensions between Washington and Kyiv, analysts were alert to the possibility. "We will have to wait a few days to see if the problem persists, and whether it is widespread or limited to Ukraine," said the IESD's Michel. "Nothing can be ruled out -- from American pressure on the Ukrainians regarding strikes on diesel supplies to a much more mundane explanation, such as a software update," he added. 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Bank of Russia increases dollar rate to 83.95 rubles for October 15
The official yuan rate edged up by 3.3 kopecks to 12.5358 rubles
Zelensky, hurt by Trump, left Kiev without power, rushed off to London — Russian envoy
"Ukrainian sovereignty and independence are like that - they simply can’t exist without the decisions of the real masters," Rodion Miroshnik pointed out
Inflation in Russia amounted to 0.11% from October 6 to 12
Consumer prices gained 1.01% from early October and 6.1% year-to-date
NATO sees no immediate threat from Russia
Mark Rutte urged NATO countries to prepare for confrontation with Russia and follow Estonia’s lead in boosting defense spending
Top Russian, Chinese diplomats discuss relations with US, situation in Ukraine, Iran
Sergey Lavrov and Wang Yi met on the sidelines of the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia in Baku
Saudi tennis ‘slam’ with Alcaraz, Djokovic postponed amid Houthi attacks
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Palestinian collective uses art to connect Gaza and the West Bank
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Restrictions expose Ukraine's Starlink dependency in Russia war: observers
Restrictions reported by Ukraine on its use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv's reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations in its fight against Russia'a invasion, analysts and observers say. A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on Wednesday that Starlink data communication speeds had been "throttled". The change has come at a time of renewed tension between Kyiv and Washington, with US President Donald Trump seeking to bring down global fuel prices by buying Russian diesel and pressuring both sides to stop attacking energy infrastructure. Starlink is controlled by SpaceX, the satellite and space company of Trump ally and billionaire tycoon Elon Musk, who also owns the X social media platform. SpaceX has yet to clarify what caused the restrictions reported by Kyiv. Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy facilities, prompting fears of US retaliation against Kyiv, such as halting intelligence sharing or slowing down Starlink. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country had "some difficulties... about Starlink and about intelligence" as it confronted Russian attacks on Wednesday. "We count on partnership with the United States, we just want to be very honest, very clear, be strong partners," he said. Several Ukrainian sources said the satellite communications constellation now cuts the signal between a satellite and an antenna if the latter moves faster than around 160 kilometres (100 miles) per hour. This means that Ukrainian mobile military assets, such as aerial drones, lose their connection if they exceed this speed. Drones have emerged as a key weapon in the conflict, which was sparked by Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of its neighbour. The restrictions "complicate drone missions -- particularly those involving interceptors and medium-range strikes -- and reduce capabilities regarding frontline logistics, reconnaissance and communication relays", a Ukrainian ministry of defence source said, asking not to be named. In terms of offensive capabilities, Starlink was "extremely effective" for attacks on radar targets, surface-to-air systems or defended sites, said a European industry source who asked not to be named. "It allows for operations at very low altitudes -- it is controlled by a signal from space, bypassing the radio horizon and the Earth's curvature -- factors that otherwise limit ground-based remote control signals." The source added that jamming Starlink signals -- a crucial potential tactic to disrupt communications -- is very difficult and consumes a lot of energy. The restrictions, however, should have no effect on Ukrainian longer-range strikes -- particularly against refineries deep within Russian territory where the Starlink constellation does not operate. But it "could have a significant impact on medium-range strikes on" Ukraine's Crimea peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014, in areas in east Ukraine occupied by Moscow, or in the Black Sea, said Yohann Michel, a research fellow at the Lyon-based Institute for Strategic and Defence Studies (IESD). Perhaps most importantly, the restrictions could test Kyiv's ability to defend Ukraine against swarms of Russian drones. The concerns come at a time when Ukrainian air defence systems are running low and winter approaches, bringing with it intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure aimed at undermining public morale. "Ukrainian reliance on Starlink is massive," said Michel, noting that "the majority of Ukrainian transmissions depend on it". Zelensky's technology adviser Sergiy Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that SpaceX had "introduced a speed limit for the Starlink terminals in motion". He said this restriction "led to the disruption of a number of missions" and deprived Ukraine of its ability to fight Russian jet-powered drones. According to Beskrestnov, Ukraine uses Starlink to help intercept drones, although exactly how this works has never been made clear. Although there is so far no confirmation that the restrictions are linked to tensions between Washington and Kyiv, analysts were alert to the possibility. "We will have to wait a few days to see if the problem persists, and whether it is widespread or limited to Ukraine," said the IESD's Michel. "Nothing can be ruled out -- from American pressure on the Ukrainians regarding strikes on diesel supplies to a much more mundane explanation, such as a software update," he added. fz-sjw/rmb/sbk