USF destroys satellite antenna used by Russians as alternative to Starlink

USF destroys satellite antenna used by Russians as alternative to Starlink

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Fighters of the "Raid" regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine detected and destroyed an enemy communication antenna on one section of the front, which was configured to the Yamal-601 satellite.

According to Ukrinform, the "Raid" regiment stated this on Facebook and released a corresponding video.

The destruction of the antenna temporarily deprives Russian forces of the ability to quickly coordinate attacks by their infantry and drones in that area of the front.

Original source of the video: RAID, 413th Regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces

The Yamal satellite network is presented by Russia as an alternative to the Starlink system. Yamal-601 is the newest component of this network; it was launched into orbit in 2019.

"The network of these satellites partially covers the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine. Therefore, disabling each antenna connected to Yamal-601 provides an advantage to our military on the battlefield," the regiment noted.

Read also: USF strikes Russian Tor air defense system in Luhansk region

As Ukrinform reported, in recent days the Unmanned Systems Forces have also struck relay networks on antennas and local communication systems that the Russian army has begun using as an alternative to Starlink terminals.

Photo: screenshot from video

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