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In hunt for Starlink alternative, Ukraine partners with Nokia and satellite maker ICEYE

CNBC·Oct 23, 2026 · 3:52 PM CT
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After SpaceX restricted Starlink and Starshield service in Ukraine, Kyiv signed a letter of intent with Finland's Nokia and satellite maker ICEYE to develop defense and satellite communications. An investor told CNBC a true alternative could be two to three years away.

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