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CONFLICTOct 15Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian refineries; Zelenskyy blasts 'dangerous' U.S. policy on RussiaSeeking Alpha Tech
CONFLICTOct 15Ukraine accuses U.S. of restricting Starlink access before deadly Russian strikeCBS News
POLITICSOct 15Tillis calls on Pentagon IG to investigate Ukraine’s Starshield lossSen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) says he and his Senate colleagues will ask the Defense Department’s inspector general (IG) to investigate Ukraine’s sudden loss of access to the military version of Starlink, known as Starshield, which hampered Ukraine’s ability to intercept Russian drones. Tillis said the “snafu” that left Ukrainian civilian and military targets exposed now…The Hill
POLITICSOct 15Axios: White House denies role in Starlink restrictions in UkraineA senior official in the U.S. presidential administration told Axios the White House had nothing to do with restricting Starlink’s operation in Ukraine.Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 15Musk says U.S. military and Trump control Ukraine’s Starshield accessSeeking Alpha Tech
CONFLICTOct 14U.S. Continues to Provide Intelligence to Ukraine, Officials SayConfusion about the U.S. stance has mounted in Kyiv amid restrictions on how the military version of Starlink is used.NYT US
CONFLICTOct 14Ukraine says SpaceX hampers drones for attack and defense, as U.S. ties frayJapan Today
CONFLICTOct 14‘Starshield systems are owned and controlled by the U.S. government.’ Musk responds to Ukraine’s complaints about restrictions on the military version of Starlink.SpaceX has restored service in Ukraine for Starlink satellite terminals moving at high speeds, former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on the evening of October 14.Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 14GOP rep warns that Trump’s agenda is ‘dead’ unless he reverses course on UkraineA prominent House Republican warned Wednesday that President Trump’s legislative wish list will be “dead” on Capitol Hill during the lame-duck session unless the administration reverses recent moves that could help Russia in its war with Ukraine. Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.), an Air Force veteran who sometimes spars with the White House on foreign policy,…The Hill
POLITICSOct 14GOP Sen. Tillis asks Musk to explain Ukraine losing access to StarlinkSen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) is pressing Elon Musk to explain Ukraine’s loss of military access to Starlink and expressing hope that Ukraine’s restricted access to the space-based communications network was because of an error and not a deliberate decision. Tillis called on Musk in a social media post to “please tell me these overnight disruptions…The Hill
CONFLICTOct 14U.S. wants to "put pressure on Ukraine" to end war, former ambassador saysThe U.S. may have intentionally withheld warnings to Ukraine of the Russian attack that killed six people and cut power to over 600,000, sources tell CBS News. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William B. Taylor shares his thoughts.CBS News
POLITICSOct 14How Trump’s diesel deal with Russia will impact the United States and UkraineUS President Trump's diesel deal with Russia has alarmed Ukraine and its allies. What is he hoping to achieve at home, and what does the deal mean for Kyiv and Moscow?DW News [en]
MILITARYOct 14Starlink signal cut: Ukraine under pressure from the United StatesDÉCRYPTAGE - Les opérations militaires ukrainiennes ont été entravées après des restrictions sur l’emploi de la constellation de satellites de communication détenue par Elon Musk.Le Figaro International
CONFLICTOct 14Hinson, Turek share views on U.S.-Iran, Russia-Ukraine wars amid high fuel pricesTwo individuals are sharing their perspectives on ongoing international conflicts, specifically U.S.-Iran and Russia-Ukraine, and their connection to high fuel prices. This highlights the intersection of geopolitics, armed conflict, and global economic concerns.mississippivalleypublishing · united states of america
CONFLICTOct 14Europe must continue supporting Ukraine as U.S. aid declines – Polish expertEurope must continue supporting Ukraine because the war concerns the security of the entire continent, while Kyiv needs to ramp up domestic production of air defense systems amid shortages of missiles in Europe and the United States.Ukrinform [en]
CONFLICTOct 14U.S. may have withheld warnings to Ukraine on deadly Kyiv strikesCBS News
CONFLICTOct 14Ukraine strikes a Sberbank data center in Russia. Meanwhile, Kyiv isn’t getting crucial missile warnings from the U.S., and SpaceX is restricting Starlink.Meduza [en]
CONFLICTOct 13The Washington Post: U.S. and Europe are developing a new plan to end the Russia–Ukraine war, offering incentives and security arrangements in exchange for a ceasefire along the current front lineMeduza [en]
POLITICSOct 13Zelensky on U.S. talks: Ukraine is ready to meet in coming daysThe Ukrainian side is ready to meet with its American partners in the coming days.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 13Democratic midterm gains could speed US military aid to Ukraine, lawmaker saysPolling and prediction markets suggest the midterms could deliver “a fairly massive repudiation of the president,” said Rep. Jim Himes, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.Breaking Defense
CONFLICTOct 13U.S. Still Shares Intelligence With Ukraine, Both Say, Amid Fears It Could StopNYT World
POLITICSOct 13Trump: U.S. continues to share intelligence with UkraineU.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States has not stopped sharing intelligence with Ukraine.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 13Trump’s use of Russian diesel fuel, at Ukraine’s expense, sparks controversy in the USDonald Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel despite Western sanctions has sparked fierce criticism in Washington, including from Republicans, as high fuel prices and the upcoming midterm elections put pressure on his administration. His approach to the Ukraine war has also drawn controversy, with calls for Kyiv to hold elections and claims of an energy ceasefire announced without clear agreement from the parties involved. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert has the analysis.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Trump's plan to import Russian diesel at Ukraine's expense sparks controversy in WashingtonLawmakers in Washington, including Republicans, criticized the president's approach to Russian oil imports, with midterms fast approaching.Le Monde [en]