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Poland investigates suspected sabotage at Starlink ground station
Polish authorities are investigating a fire at a Starlink satellite communications facility in central Poland as a potential act of sabotage. The station, which provides connectivity to the region including Ukraine, has since been restored to operational status.
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A fire broke out Wednesday evening at a ground-based Starlink satellite communications station located in central Poland, prompting an immediate investigation into whether the incident was deliberately set. Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski confirmed the fire and said authorities are treating it as a suspected sabotage case.
The affected facility provides critical satellite connectivity services across the region, with significant implications for telecommunications in Ukraine. Such infrastructure has become increasingly strategic given the ongoing geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe.
Authorities moved quickly to assess the damage and restore operations. Gawkowski stated that all systems at the station have been returned to full operational capacity, minimizing disruption to the services dependent on the facility.
The investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing, with Polish officials examining evidence to determine whether external interference played a role in the incident.