EU is making its own satellite system like Elon Musk's Starlink. Its first satellites are expected to launch in 2029

Economic Times - Oct 16, 2026

Since Russia's invasion, Ukraine has heavily depended on Elon Musk's Starlink for its military communication needs. However, recent limitations on military connectivity have sparked worries regarding this reliance on private corporations. The EU meanwhile is creating IRIS, a satellite network aimed at ensuring secure communications for governmental and military use by 2029, lessening dependence on providers like Starlink.

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EU is making its own satellite system like Elon Musk's Starlink. Its first satellites are expected to launch in 2029

Oct 16, 2026

EU is making its own satellite system like Elon Musk's Starlink. Its first satellites are expected to launch in 2029

Since Russia's invasion, Ukraine has heavily depended on Elon Musk's Starlink for its military communication needs. However, recent limitations on military connectivity have sparked worries regarding this reliance on private corporations. The EU meanwhile is creating IRIS, a satellite network aimed at ensuring secure communications for governmental and military use by 2029, lessening dependence on providers like Starlink.

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