The Guardian
Starlink restrictions persist in Ukraine; Austria expels four Russian diplomats
Officials say Ukraine’s Starlink access remains restricted despite Trump’s claim that satellite service had been restored. A 161 km/h cap was severely impairing key air defences. Separately, Austria’s foreign ministry announced it was expelling four Russian diplomats over conduct it deemed incompatible with their roles. Austrian security authorities had monitored them for some time.
What to know
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Starlink remained subject to a 161 km/h cap, severely impairing key air defences.
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Austria announced the expulsion of four Russian diplomats who had previously been monitored by security authorities.
Why it matters
These developments concern the operating conditions of Ukraine’s air defences and Austria’s security scrutiny of Russian diplomatic personnel.
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