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The war in Ukraine has highlighted Europe's dependence on non-European digital infrastructure, such as SpaceX's Starlink, for critical military functions. Russian strikes have degraded Ukraine's terrestrial communications infrastructure, making Starlink indispensable for command and control, drone operations, and artillery fire coordination. This reliance on non-European alternatives poses a significant challenge for European resilience in digital infrastructure.
The dependence on non-European digital infrastructure poses a significant risk to European security and highlights the need for indigenous digital capabilities. The development of European alternatives to Starlink is crucial for maintaining sovereignty and resilience in the face of increasing geopolitical tensions.
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