The dispute follows a Russian offensive that hit 28 electrical substations and other critical energy facilities in a recent wave of strikes. Russia has attacked Ukraine's energy and oil sectors 76 times since Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire one week ago, deploying nearly 2,700 drones, 1,700 bombs, and 66 missiles. Zelenskyy also noted that some air defense agreements remain unimplemented and vital supplies are delayed at the US Department of War level.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Bessent Warns Zelenskyy Against Reckless Starlink Throttling Claims
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Scott Bessent advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to exercise caution regarding statements that the United States intentionally limited connectivity for Starlink services. Zelenskyy reported that Starlink and Starshield equipment ceases to function when traveling at speeds between 130 and 161 km/h in several sectors of the front, which hinders logistics and limits the deployment of interceptor drones against Russian jet powered Shahed drones. Bessent characterized these claims of throttling as reckless.
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