Zelenskyy: Starshield disruptions at the front line benefit Russia

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reported significant challenges caused by disruptions in the Starshield satellite communication system along the front line and in temporarily occupied territories. According to the President, these technical limitations are severely restricting the ability of Ukrainian forces to intercept Russian jet-powered Shahed drones, providing a tactical advantage to the aggressor.

Zelenskyy emphasized that the security situation remains dire, citing the massive scale of recent attacks. During the first week of November alone, Russia launched 115 missiles of various types, alongside thousands of guided aerial bombs and drones. The President stressed that artificial limitations on technology and defense supplies only serve to embolden the aggressor.

During a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the parties discussed the urgent need to bolster Ukraine’s air defense capabilities. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the Alliance's willingness to assist with the provision of PAC-2 and PAC-3 air defense systems, which are vital for protecting the nation's critical energy infrastructure.