The Russian Ministry of Defense stated the attack on Cosmonova targeted hardware used to facilitate Starlink communications for the Ukrainian military. Monitoring group NetBlocks observed disruptions on networks downstream of Datagroup, signaling a strategic shift by Russia toward dismantling Ukraine's digital infrastructure.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Russia Cuts Internet for 100K Kyiv Residents via Data Center Strikes
War25 days ago
At least four network providers in Ukraine's capital suffered connectivity failures on Wednesday and Thursday after Russian forces targeted multiple digital hubs. Utilizing Geran-5 drones, the aerial strikes hit data centers operated by Cosmonova and Datagroup, disabling internet access for approximately 100,000 residents in Kyiv.
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