The Security Service of Ukraine has apprehended a man in the Zakarpattia region who was attempting to register Starlink terminals on behalf of Russia.
Investigations revealed that the suspect was recruited through social media while seeking easy financial gains. He intended to involve his pregnant wife, an elderly relative, and a friend renting from him in his subversive activities.
Furthermore, if successful, the individual planned to recruit additional accomplices to activate even more terminals.
The suspect was detained at his residence, where a smartphone containing evidence of his collaboration with Russian operatives was confiscated during searches.
He has been charged under Article 114-1 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which pertains to obstructing the lawful activities of the Armed Forces and other military formations. If convicted, he faces a prison sentence of up to eight years.
In related developments, Russian forces began utilizing drones equipped with Starlink technology, prompting Ukraine to reach out to SpaceX founder Elon Musk to restrict their access. Consequently, access to Starlink for Russian military units was blocked, leading to significant communication disruptions on the battlefield and complicating troop management.
The Security Service of Ukraine has arrested an individual attempting to register Starlink terminals for Russian forces, highlighting ongoing security concerns. The suspect faces serious charges, and the incident underscores Ukraine's efforts to limit Russian military capabilities through technology restrictions.