Ukraine will introduce verification of Starlink terminals: how will this affect counteraction to Russian drones

Ukraine, together with Starlink, has taken the first steps to counter Russian drones. The next stage will be the introduction of a system under which only authorized terminals will operate in Ukraine.

This was announced by Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov.

According to him, the measures already implemented have yielded quick results in the fight against Russian drones.

“Ukraine, together with Starlink, has already taken the first steps that have yielded quick results in the fight against Russian drones,” said Mikhail Fedorov.

He noted that the next step will be the implementation of a system that will allow only authorized satellite communication terminals to operate in Ukraine.

“The next step is to implement a system that will allow only authorized terminals to operate on the territory of Ukraine,” said Mykhailo Fedorov.

The Minister of Defense also announced that in the coming days, instructions for Ukrainian users on registering Starlink terminals for verification purposes will be published.

“In the coming days, we will publish instructions for Ukrainian users on how to register for Starlink for verification. Unverified terminals will be disconnected,” said Mykhailo Fedorov.

According to the minister, the registration process will be simple, fast, and user-friendly, and detailed explanations of the procedure will be published separately.

“The registration process will be simple, fast, and user-friendly. Detailed instructions will be published in the near future,” said Mikhail Fedorov.

At the same time, SpaceX owner Elon Musk said that measures taken to stop Russia’s unauthorized use of Starlink have yielded results.

“It appears the steps we’ve taken to stop Russia’s unauthorized use of Starlink have worked. Let me know if there’s anything else we need to do,” Musk wrote.

After that, Fedorov also confirmed the effectiveness of the measures taken, responding to Musk.

“The first steps are already yielding real results. We are working closely with your team on the next important steps. Thank you for being with us. You are a true champion of freedom and a true friend of the Ukrainian people,” the Minister of Defense noted.

By the way, at the request of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, SpaceX has implemented countermeasures in the operation of the Starlink satellite communication system in the country. Some users are already noticing temporary restrictions aimed at increasing security.

The day before, SpaceX owner Elon Musk responded to Ukraine’s appeal regarding the use of Starlink terminals on attack drones by Russian troops .

It was previously reported that the Ukrainian side stated that Russian troops had begun systematically installing Starlink terminals on their drones , which allows them to bypass electronic warfare equipment and strike at long distances.

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