Zelensky says upcoming European talks aim to boost Ukraine's air defence
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that meetings in Europe next week will focus on strengthening Ukraine's air-defence capabilities.
Speaking to one outlet, President Volodymyr Zelensky said one outlet week marked a turning point in European support for Ukraine, with air-defence upgrades taking precedence. He confirmed daily coordination with U.S. officials Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, noting that both sides are working to keep America’s stance strong. Zelensky announced that diplomatic visits to Europe are scheduled as early as next week, aiming to secure Patriot missile systems and other defensive assets.
He also reported that the United States has resumed intelligence sharing after a pause. The president urged all partners to act swiftly and constructively to bring about a fair and lasting peace.
Why it matters
Enhanced air defence could reduce civilian casualties and shift the balance in Ukraine's ongoing conflict.
How this story developed
- Oct 10 Elon Musk publicly urges Mukesh Ambani to let Starlink operate in India
- Oct 14 SpaceX has imposed a speed-based limit on its Starlink service in Ukraine, causing interruptions to combat drone missions that rely on the network.
- Oct 14 SpaceX introduced a speed‑based limitation on Starlink terminals when they are moving.
- Oct 15 Speed limit was partially removed, allowing terminals to operate at speeds up to 160 km/h.
- Oct 15 Starshield service restored to normal operation after earlier speed caps.
- Oct 15 Ukrainian defence units say Starshield terminals used for high-speed movement are back online and their performance is gradually improving.
- Oct 15 Ukrainian defence sources said communications were restored but did not confirm that all terminals are fully operational.
- Oct 16 US-imposed speed limits on Starshield reduced bandwidth for Ukrainian frontline units.
- Oct 17 Starlink service was restored following talks between the UK and US defence secretaries.
- Oct 18 Reliance issued a public statement defending its position and emphasizing equal treatment under Indian law.
- Oct 18 Rep. Mike Turner formally requested a congressional investigation into the Starlink slowdown.
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