Zelensky warns U.S. shift toward Putin would be historic mistake, calls Trump ally

NBC News • 18 Oct 12:21

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told NBC News that a formal U.S. shift toward Russia would be a historic error, while expressing continued hope that President Donald Trump remains a partner despite recent policy moves.

Al Jazeera • 18 Oct 09:47

Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Ukraine does not currently have access to the defense-focused Starshield satellite system and that its request for use in deep strikes inside Russia is being considered.

Daily Kos • 17 Oct 22:43

The Trump administration has restricted the military satellite service Starshield and approved a diesel purchase from Russia, prompting analysis of potential impacts on Ukraine's defense and war strategy.

CBS News • 17 Oct 15:14

President Zelenskyy said U.S. speed restrictions on the Starshield system are preventing Ukraine from using its interceptor systems against Russian drones, while the President of the United States denied limiting the service.

BBC • 16 Oct 19:33

President Donald Trump said he did not limit Ukraine's access to the military-grade Starshield network after speed restrictions hampered Kyiv's drone operations, while officials continue to investigate the source of the order.

The Guardian • 16 Oct 15:41

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that the Starshield satellite internet service remains partially limited, citing a White House order that reduced speeds, while he sought additional EU funding for defence.

The Daily Beast • 16 Oct 15:27

President Donald Trump said he finds Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky harder to work with than Russian President Vladimir Putin, as the White House reportedly ordered limits on Ukraine's access to SpaceX satellite communications.

Reuters • 16 Oct 15:17

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticised President Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia, dismissed Russian peace proposals as a parody, and urged EU leaders to increase financial support.

Yahoo • 16 Oct 14:58

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked EU leaders for an additional €70 billion in aid for 2025, while relations with U.S. President Donald Trump remain tense.

Yahoo News UK • 16 Oct 14:40

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticised President Donald Trump’s diesel agreement with Russia and called Moscow’s peace proposals a “parody” during an EU summit in Brussels.

BBC • 16 Oct 14:19

A bipartisan group of US senators has asked the defence department inspector general to investigate recent speed restrictions on SpaceX's Starlink network in Ukraine, amid concerns over operational impacts.

CNBC • 16 Oct 08:10

Ukraine's first deputy minister said Russian strikes on infrastructure are intensifying after U.S. restrictions on Starlink, while President Zelenskyy appealed to European leaders for winter energy, air-defence and financial support.

The Independent • 16 Oct 05:51

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Kyiv will no longer observe a cease-fire on energy facilities, citing a new U.S. diesel agreement with Russia and restrictions on Starlink use.

Yahoo News UK • 15 Oct 19:56

Ukraine hit a Rosneft refinery in Russia's Ryazan region, saying it had ended the ceasefire on energy sites that US President Donald Trump had announced, amid growing tensions with Washington.

The Daily Beast • 15 Oct 12:59

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his forces will resume attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, rejecting a cease-fire urged by President Donald Trump.

NBC News • 15 Oct 09:17

Ukraine has restarted strikes on Russian oil facilities following a three-day pause, accusing the United States of limiting intelligence and satellite support.

CNBC • 15 Oct 03:24

Elon Musk stated that any speed or usage restrictions on Ukraine's military-grade Starshield satellite system are set by the U.S. military and the president, after Ukraine reported disruptions.

Vox • 14 Oct 22:40

Ukraine says access to SpaceX's Starlink and Starshield networks is being limited as President Donald Trump expresses anger toward Kyiv over oil-price issues and recent strikes on Russian refineries.

BBC • 14 Oct 20:17

Elon Musk said the United States controls speed restrictions on the Starshield service used by Ukraine, after the network limited drone speeds and disrupted missions.

BBC • 14 Oct 13:11

Ukraine says new speed restrictions on SpaceX's Starlink network have hampered drone missions and logistics, amid intensified Russian attacks and claims of an energy ceasefire by President Donald Trump.

NBC News • 14 Oct 12:51

Ukrainian officials say SpaceX imposed overnight speed restrictions on military-grade Starlink, hindering drone control and communications during recent Russian missile strikes, while U.S. intelligence sharing remains ongoing.

Euronews • 14 Oct 07:40

Ukraine reports that SpaceX's StarShield service was limited overnight, disrupting drone missions, while officials deny any direct order from the White House.

Yahoo • 14 Oct 07:21

Ukraine reports that overnight speed restrictions on SpaceX's Starlink network have hampered drone operations and logistics on the front line, amid ongoing Russian missile attacks.