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Eutelsat Competes with Starlink for Ukraine's Military Needs

3/7/2025

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Eutelsat, a European satellite operator, is stepping into the spotlight as Ukraine leans on Elon Musk's Starlink for vital military communications during its conflict with Russia. While Eutelsat, following its merger with OneWeb, asserts it can deliver comparable services in Europe, Starlink's extensive coverage and superior speeds remain essential for Ukraine's defense efforts.

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Eutelsat, a European satellite operator, is stepping into the spotlight as Ukraine leans on Elon Musk's Starlink for vital military communications during its conflict with Russia. While Eutelsat, following its merger with OneWeb, asserts it can deliver comparable services in Europe, Starlink's extensive coverage and superior speeds remain essential for Ukraine's defense efforts.