Ukraine Seeks Renewal of US Starshield Contract

Ukraine is urgently seeking talks with the United States to renew its Starshield satellite network contract expiring next year. Kyiv faced recent speed limitations and unanswered questions regarding service disruptions from SpaceX.

FILE PHOTO: Servicemen of the 68th Oleksa Dovbush Separate Jaeger Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine set up Starlink satellite internet system, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline town of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region, Ukraine April 10, 2025

Ukraine is urgently seeking talks with the United States to renew its Starshield satellite network contract before the agreement expires next year. The push follows sudden speed limitations last month that hampered military operations against Russia forces. Securing a new agreement is vital for Kyiv to maintain battlefield communications and drone interception capabilities.