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Pentagon IG refuses to investigate Starlink/Starshield slowdown in Ukraine

Source: Ars TechnicaJon BrodkinOctober 29, 2026
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US senators requested a probe into restrictions on Starlink and Starshield services that allegedly caused drones to lose connectivity at speeds over 161 km/h. The Pentagon IG refused to investigate whether these restrictions were authorized by SpaceX or the US government.

Key points

  • Pentagon IG declined investigation into Starlink/Starshield disruptions
  • Ukrainian drones reportedly lost connectivity above 100 mph
  • Request for probe was sent by nine Democratic and Republican senators

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