Poland declares Starlink station fire sabotage aimed at disrupting Ukrainian military internet
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that a fire at a Starlink satellite station in Wola Krobowska, central Poland, was a deliberate act of sabotage designed to disrupt internet access for the Ukrainian army. The station, owned by state telecom Exatel, remains operational. Gawkowski said the incident fits a pattern of hybrid warfare. The Kremlin has not commented. Separately, Denmark’s intelligence service warned of a low but growing risk of a limited Russian military attack against NATO countries.
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Poland says Starlink station fire is sabotage; Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that a fire at a Starlink satellite station in Wola Krobowska, central Poland, was a deliberate act of sabotage designed to disrupt internet access for the Ukrainian army. The station remains operational. Denmark's intelligence service issued a new threat assessment, warning of a low but growing risk that Russia could launch a limited military attack against NATO countries and expecting an escalation of hybrid warfare. The Kremlin has not commented on the sabotage allegation. The incident follows other recent European security concerns, including Germany blaming Russia for a drone attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport and France ordering a plan to protect critical infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukraine reported ongoing Russian drone and missile strikes, including attacks on Kharkiv and Kyiv, with civilian casualties. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, at the UN General Assembly, accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure and called for ballistic interceptors from the US.
Poland says Starlink station fire is sabotage; Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that a fire at a Starlink satellite station in Wola Krobowska, central Poland, was a deliberate act of sabotage designed to disrupt internet access for the Ukrainian army. The station remains operational, and an investigation is ongoing. Gawkowski suggested the attack fits a new Russian doctrine of attack; the Kremlin has not commented. Separately, Denmark's intelligence service issued a threat assessment warning of an expected escalation of Russian hybrid warfare in coming months, with a low but growing risk of a limited military attack against NATO countries. The report also covers recent Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine, including strikes on Kharkiv and Kyiv that killed civilians, and Ukrainian President Zelensky's call for ballistic interceptors at the UN General Assembly. Additionally, a Russian presidential envoy reportedly traveled to the US for talks with Trump administration officials.
Read sourcePoland suspects 'next phase of hybrid warfare' after fire at Starlink terminal
A fire at a Starlink satellite communication station in central Poland on Wednesday evening has been officially declared an act of sabotage by Polish authorities. Polish Digital Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated on Thursday that the sabotage was deliberately designed to disable the station, disrupting internet access for various institutions, including the Ukrainian military. The station, owned by state telecom company Exatel, is used to route internet traffic through Poland and into Ukraine. Gawkowski noted strong indications that this incident represents part of the next phase of hybrid warfare. This accusation follows repeated Polish claims of Russian sabotage since the start of the war in Ukraine. Prime Minister Donald Tusk had previously warned of Russian hybrid attacks, including drone and missile strikes, against Ukraine's allies. Starlink, operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX, is critical for Ukrainian military communications, while Russia has also used Starlink terminals. SpaceX took measures in February to block unauthorized Russian use, which experts say contributed to weakening Russian forces at the front.
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Poland Suspects Russian Sabotage in Starlink Ground Station Fire, Deputy PM Says
On September 24, Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that a fire broke out Wednesday evening at a Starlink satellite communication ground station in central Poland. The station provides internet connectivity to Ukraine and the surrounding region. Gawkowski alleged the fire was an act of sabotage by Russia, aimed at disabling the station to cut off internet access for various entities, including the Ukrainian military. He noted that the fire affected the power station and generators. The systems have since been restored to operation. Poland has been on high alert for sabotage since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022, while Russia has repeatedly denied involvement in such actions. Gawkowski framed the incident as part of a 'hybrid war,' echoing remarks by Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Read sourcePoland Suspects Russia in Arson Attack on Starlink Ground Station Providing Internet to Ukraine
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated that a fire at a Starlink satellite communications ground station in central Poland on Wednesday evening was an act of sabotage likely carried out by Russia. The station provides internet connectivity for the surrounding region, including Ukraine. Gawkowski said the fire targeted the station's power supply and generator, aiming to disable the facility and cut off internet access for various institutions, including the Ukrainian military. He noted that the system has since been restored. Poland has been on high alert for sabotage since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022, a charge Russia has repeatedly denied. Gawkowski characterized the incident as part of a 'hybrid war,' echoing recent comments by Prime Minister Donald Tusk.