Space capabilities reshape Ukraine war
⚡️Senator Blumenthal to introduce legislation supporting Ukraine, calls for new US negotiators, Starlink controls.
The Kyiv Independent430Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal said on Nov. 7 that he would introduce legislation supporting Ukraine, called on Washington to assign new negotiators to peace talks, and urged Congress to impose public interest controls on Starlink and Starshield.
Gary Coles54Starlink and Starshield are both too imposrtant to be under the control of one individual - especially one who is as unstable as Musk. This is one case where I feel government control is essential.
the_lion_of_anacostia 🦁26Blumenthal is calling for new Ukraine negotiators and public-interest controls on Starlink/Starshield after October's speed restrictions disrupted Ukrainian drone defenses. Reuters traced the order to the White House; who authorized it remains unanswered. Oversight must follow. 🦁
DM Zoutis25Musk is an agent of Putin. He has killed Ukrainians for Putin. Get after him.
Medoyid_ua13Congress moving on Ukraine while the negotiators flounder is the tell. But the Starlink piece is the real story: a battlefield running on one company's switch. Legislation forcing controls on that dependency is overdue.
Candace12BLess you Senator. 🗽
Todd Kolod💙25A true friend of Ukraine. Senator Blumenthal has visited the frontline city of Dnipro. Most leaders only make it to Kyiv. Donald Trump has never been to Ukraine.
Kevin16he is my favorite senator. don't tell me anything bad about him.
The Captain13I literally predicted this earlier today. The writing is on the wall. Ukraine hold on. We’re sending support asap.
Vikingtwin765We need to support Ukraine properly. Get Putin and his loyalists out. #SlavaUkraine
Livsbian 🌈4Things are already better 💜🇺🇸
The Captain3Just wanted to revisit this thread with this news that broke after we talked. :) bsky.app/profile/kyiv...
Sharon 🍂🌙3Glad to see this happening! #Ukraine
DJ2Yes, keep the crooks away from negotiations.
The Captain2Many changes coming soon. bsky.app/profile/kyiv...
Cheshire Cafe2I don't want Starlink controlled, I want it grounded and melted down for scrap metal.
🇺🇸 BREAKING: US Democrats are reportedly preparing a new $15 BILLION aid package for Ukraine, according to FT! The proposal includes tougher sanctions on russia, more Patriot interceptor missiles, support for Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, and stricter oversight of Starlink.
Medoyid_ua1415B is welcome, but the 2024 package sat frozen for six months while Avdiivka fell. Patriots and sanctions only count once they clear Congress and actually bite, not on a press release.
@theRealDaddy12What would definitely help Ukraine is Kegseth getting impeached for war crimes and Musk being indicted for espionage.
Luke7This is one of the things I'm extremely glad my vote is getting!
Sluggo Smith5Many of us have never given up on the Ukraine.
Hiyo (this is an ANTI-ICE account!!) Fuck ICE5I bet a lot of Republicans will support this. Every House member is up for re-election in 2028. In 2028, 34/100 Senators are up for re-election, 16 Dems & 18 Reps. After the shellacking the GOP/MAGA just took, they'll be more than happy to support Ukraine.
Bill Leibenguth4I wouldn’t put any faith in this administration, sorry to say. They have fucked you too many times in the past.
mainebogboy.bsky.social5Our dear friend Angelica has posted this. Please follow her and share. Please support Angelica in her fine reporting. She is definitely an excellent reporter of Ukraine news.
Publius_Fella 🇺🇦🔱🇬🇪🇪🇺🇺🇸3Let's hope that there are enough Republican votes in Congress to override Krasnov's veto.
❗️❗️US Democrats are discussing a $15 billion security aid package for Ukraine, according to the Financial Times. They may try to attach support to the annual defense bill and prioritize energy aid, tougher Russia sanctions and oversight of Starlink services. #Ukraine
Pavlov's Dog15"Advocates for Kyiv are looking to the so-called lame-duck period before the new Congress is sworn into office in January to secure some more immediate support." www.ft.com/content/fac3...
edg59.bsky.social9Delivering the 16 billion of already promised aid Zelnsky recently mentioned might be a start
Sandro Kowinzky6Discussing… Meanwhile, people are dying 🤬
Bob Thomas3The 2027 National Defense Authorization Act is now very likely to be amended to include such aid. FY27 began on Oct 1, under a continuing resolution. Final passage depends on post-election lame-duck negotiations and compromise between the House and Senate before current government funding expires.
Original Cat Dude3Better include patriot missles sent asap!
youngcrone.bsky.social3(And don't forget the damn Patriots already supposed to be on the way!)
Senator @blumenthal.senate.gov is moving to capitalize on what he calls a post-election boost for Ukraine, pushing new legislation to restore sanctions on russia, expand military aid and air defenses for Ukraine, and establish public-interest controls over Starlink/Starshield.
Kingsman16A Wise man once said.
⊣2Unfortunately the executive can drag its feet and make almost any legislative initiative ineffective... 😐
Khashoggi's Ghost654Good. Please call your senators and reps and ask them to support this and stop Trump from selling the US and Ukraine out to Russia.
NJ Blue Wave Enjoyer24This is why, in Russia, the midterm results are causing a crash out on par with Trump. They were hoping republicans would win and continue to fuck with Ukraine, but no. Voters made their choice and now Ukraine will again get what it needs to win.
The Almighty Tallest12I would trade this for the stupid arch
Royal Blue Angel6💪💙 Senator Blumenthal calls fot post-election boost for Ukraine 💙💛🇺🇦@blumenthal.senate.gov
tokustarvulkan.bsky.social4Blumenthal I like your speed
🇺🇦🇺🇸BREAKING: US Democrats are weighing $15 BILLION in Ukraine aid, alongside air defence, energy support, tougher Russia sanctions and Starlink oversight. Source: Financial Times.
tea2opals.bsky.social5Weighing? How do you weigh a promise to defend? The Budapest Memorandum is a binding agreement. Honour your promises, the world is watching.
wargle1970.bsky.social2Speed it up.....Comrade Trump and traitor Musk have been trying to destroy Ukraine!
typecast2.bsky.social2The Ukrainians have sacrificed so much to retain their freedom. They’ve earned our help. We’re supposed to be the good guys. It’s time to act like it.🇺🇦🕊️🇺🇸
Donald (not the Fascist) - 🥲USA 🇨🇦Friendly2Why not …. This is for Israel.
Reclamation2Republicans had better go along with it, and vote to veto Trump's veto.
Robert DeWolfe2And do you suppose Ukraine is going to trust the U.S. to provide these things? Unconditionally? And what about Musk and Starlink?
Europe must urgently double down on it's efforts to make a Starlink-substitute. Musk is 100% radicalized and pro-Russian👇 @kyivindependent.com
Mary Torgersen 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇬🇪2You’re right about Elon and about what Europe must do. Fwiw, the new Congress intends to investigate all of Elon’s defense-related contracts to determine what additional controls must be legislated to put a check on Elon. They will need Republican support to get a veto-proof bill passed, though. 🤷♀️
Dave Antarctica1Europe is on it, but launching over 400 satellites take time. Europe also needs to have economic alternatives to the Falcon launcher.
Medoyid_ua1Sovereign satcom is the right call, but frame it as defense procurement, not a tech startup race. The lesson from 2022 is that a single owner can throttle a front line and no treaty stops him. Redundancy is the requirement, not loyalty to any one provider.
Ukraine is testing weapons to confront Russia's Oreshnik at the edge of space. At least three near-space interceptor tests have been conducted, The Guardian reports. Test launches are confirmed, but intercepting Oreshnik is not. Mass production remains uncertain.
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Glenn with 2 Ns 🅿️ 🎃 🏴☠️ ♐2I was part of a U.S. program that developed interceptor technology back in the late 80s that could be useful to Ukraine today. But Congress deemed it unnecessary since the cold war was "over". It never went into production and sits on a shelf to this day.
US Democrats are considering around $15 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine, the Financial Times reports. Lawmakers may seek provisions in the annual defense bill before the current Congress ends, including energy support, sanctions and scrutiny of Starlink services.
Rocket Fella🇳🇱12Democrats also want to revisit Ruzzian sanctions legislation and investigate the business interests of Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
#Democracy1“Considering” Typical Dems. All I want to see is action.
JHawker411My idea would be cut the DOD budget to 500 billion land give the saving to Ukraine
