Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy criticises US, calls for more Starlink access, amid deadly Russian assault
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rebuked the United States for insufficient satellite internet provision, urging broader Starlink coverage to aid Ukrainian forces in striking Russian ballistic‑missile launch sites. He said expanded connectivity is vital as Russia intensifies its assault, causing heavy casualties. The appeal comes on day 1,689 of the conflict, highlighting ongoing challenges in the war.