Zelensky thanked the US for restoring unrestricted Starlink service: “It is important to defend Ukraine from Iranian drones.”

On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to the United States after the military service of Starlink was restored to unrestricted operation for the Ukrainian armed forces. The restoration followed a week of discussions regarding the origin of limitations placed on the satellite communication system.

Zelensky emphasized the critical importance of the restored service for Ukraine's defense efforts, specifically noting its role in countering Iranian-manufactured drones used in the conflict. The developments highlight the ongoing reliance of Ukrainian forces on foreign satellite infrastructure for military operations and defense coordination.