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Russia's Starlink rival could become major threat to Ukraine, presidential adviser warns
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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Russia is rapidly deploying its Rassvet satellite constellation, a Starlink analogue, which will enhance Russian military communications and enable online drone control over Ukraine, a major threat according to a Ukrainian presidential adviser.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 9 sources have reported it between 10 Aug 2026 and 15 Aug 2026.
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The window to develop electronic warfare tools against Russia's Rassvet satellites is closing fast. You in defence tech must prioritise offensive countermeasures now or lose the drone-control advantage in the region.
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9 sources · first reported 10 Aug 2026 · latest 15 Aug 2026
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