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Zelensky warns Starlink limits could cost lives

The Ukrainian government says unannounced limits on SpaceX satellites hampered its air defenses, and Zelensky called the slowdown a big mistake in a Wednesday interview.

On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on BBN Newsroom
Published 3:10 PM ET, Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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First reported by The Hill: “Zelensky says 'people will die' because of Starlink decision”.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 3:10 PM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.
Topics: Zelensky, Starlink.
BBN covered this story before: Zelensky to Visit U.K. as Ukraine Presses Allies on Intel (October 14).

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The HillZelensky says 'people will die' because of Starlink decision

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Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWe begin with Ukraine, where President Zelensky told Piers Morgan today that slowing down Starlink service was a big mistake, and that people will die if attacks come while air defenses are limited.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorHis government says the limits on SpaceX satellites came without warning and left its air defense systems struggling.

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