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Starlink
MediaBias News has published 6 stories involving Starlink, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Conflict & Security · UkraineStarlink Terminals Exceed 161 km/h Speed Limit in Ukraine
Starlink and Starshield satellite terminals in Ukraine are now functioning at speeds over 161 km/h, according to a Ministry of Defense source. This development indicates a potential reversal of previous limitations that hampered counter-drone operations and logistics.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 60 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · United KingdomUK reviews Lockheed Martin satellite deal amid Starlink concerns
The UK is reviewing a deal with US company Lockheed Martin for new Skynet military satellites. The review follows reports of Starlink restrictions for Ukraine and concerns the US could gain veto power over the system. The potential deal is valued at up to £2 billion.
United Kingdom3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · UkraineElon Musk backs Trump's criticism of Zelensky
Elon Musk has publicly supported Donald Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Musk stated on X that Zelensky has "gone too far," a comment made in response to Trump's call for Ukraine to find a new president and his criticism of attacks on Russian oil refineries.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 54 · Craft 73 · Hype 35
Science & TechSpaceX launches Starship on first orbital test flight
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital test flight on Monday. The mission aims to deploy satellites and test systems critical for future NASA moon missions, with a planned splashdown off the coast of Chile.
3 min readTrust 58 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · UkraineZelenskyy says Fedorov's actions misguided, cites defense spending issues
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly detailed his dispute with dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, stating that some of Fedorov's actions were misguided. Zelenskyy also alluded to problematic defense spending and inaccurate ministry information that contributed to an awkward encounter with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · Middle EastMusk refuses Ukraine Starlink for strikes inside Russia as Kyiv seeks 500 km reach
Elon Musk has blocked Ukraine from using Starlink to guide drone strikes deep inside Russia, despite Kyiv’s request to expand its strike zone to 500 km. Ukraine’s former defence minister continues talks, while Musk insists on a peace deal. Outlets diverge on whether the refusal stems from escalation fears or a push for negotiations.
Middle East5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 58 · Hype 32