https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/in-hunt-for-starlink-alternative-ukraine-partners-with-nokia-and-satellite-maker-iceyeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/in-hunt-for-starlink-alternative-ukraine-partners-with-nokia-and-satellite-maker-iceyehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/in-hunt-for-starlink-alternative-ukraine-partners-with-nokia-and-satellite-maker-iceye#u160579Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:59:03 +0000Ukraine is seeking to develop its own satellite communication network with the help of Finnish companies Nokia and ICEYE, amid issues with SpaceX's Starlink service. The Ministry of Defense has signed a letter of intent with the two companies to create a secure satellite communications system controlled by Ukraine. This move aims to reduce Ukraine's reliance on Starlink, which has been hampering military operations due to speed limits imposed by SpaceX.Why it mattersThe development of a sovereign satellite communication system by Ukraine is crucial for its military operations and nat