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Eutelsat Removes Russian Channels Amid EU Sanctions

5/17/2025

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Eutelsat Communications has taken a bold step by removing two Russian channels, STS and Kanal 5, from its satellites after a directive from France's Arcom. These channels, linked to JSC National Media Group, were banned under EU sanctions. Eutelsat anticipates further removals, projecting a modest annual financial impact of €16 million against total revenues of €300 million.

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Eutelsat Communications has taken a bold step by removing two Russian channels, STS and Kanal 5, from its satellites after a directive from France's Arcom. These channels, linked to JSC National Media Group, were banned under EU sanctions. Eutelsat anticipates further removals, projecting a modest annual financial impact of €16 million against total revenues of €300 million.