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Germany Boosts Ukraine's Internet with Eutelsat Satellite Support

4/7/2025

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Germany is stepping up to support Ukraine by funding Eutelsat to deliver satellite internet services, offering a vital alternative to Elon Musk's Starlink. With fewer than 1,000 Eutelsat terminals currently in use, plans are underway to expand this number to between 5,000 and 10,000, as EU discussions continue over the reliability of Starlink for military needs.

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Germany is stepping up to support Ukraine by funding Eutelsat to deliver satellite internet services, offering a vital alternative to Elon Musk's Starlink. With fewer than 1,000 Eutelsat terminals currently in use, plans are underway to expand this number to between 5,000 and 10,000, as EU discussions continue over the reliability of Starlink for military needs.