Ukraine satellite speeds hit 400 km/h after cap lifts

Ukrainian military units regained full satellite bandwidth by the morning of 24 October. This change allows troops to resume high-speed data transmission for logistics and drone operations.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the systems are operating at their previous peak levels. "Now we have the speed we need," he said in a video address. The recovery began overnight and reached required thresholds by mid-morning.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed the technical shift. Officials reported that both Starlink and Starshield networks are now registering speeds above 400 km/h. Earlier, before the official statement, defence forces had recorded speeds exceeding 161 km/h. The ministry noted the connection is now stable.

The restoration follows a period of reduced performance. Zelenskyy previously reported that equipment in several frontline sectors was limited to speeds between 130 and 161 km/h. He noted this slowdown hindered the defense against jet-powered Shahed drones and disrupted supply lines.

The issue drew political attention in Washington. On 16 October, US President Donald Trump said the White House was not involved in limiting Ukraine's use of the system. The Telegraph reported that SpaceX CEO Elon Musk had proposed restricting the bandwidth to the US president.