The European Commission called on the American company SpaceX to urgently restore the operation of the Starshield satellite communications in Ukraine after reports of new disruptions affecting the ability of the Ukrainian military to repel Russian attacks. This was stated by European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier on Thursday, November 12, according to Європейська правда.
The European Commission is concerned about reports of disruptions in Starshield's operation in Ukraine.
"This is not the first time Ukraine has faced disruptions in Starshield's operation. These reports are deeply concerning and, if confirmed, are unacceptable", Regnier said.
He stressed that SpaceX must ensure a consistent approach to providing its services to Ukraine.
"Starshield services must be urgently restored so that the Ukrainian military can maintain communication, protect its citizens, and defend its territory", the European Commission spokesperson emphasized.
As reported by "European Pravda", on November 12, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the Ukrainian military has been recording significant disruptions in Starshield's operation for several days.
Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen said she is concerned about Starshield disruptions in Ukraine and promised to discuss this with the United States.
Recall that the first case of restrictions on Starshield's operation occurred in mid-October 2026. This complicated the use of interceptor drones to combat Russian drones, as well as reconnaissance and strike operations.
The Wall Street Journal reported on October 22 that US President Donald Trump called SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and asked him to lift restrictions on Starshield's operation.
Trump himself refused to say whether he actually called the owner of SpaceX.
