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Ukraine’s Fire Point says its systems can conduct long-range strikes without SpaceX

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Fire Point chief executive told Reuters the Ukrainian arms maker has developed ways to carry out long-range strikes in Russia and Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine without relying on SpaceX satellite services. The disclosure highlights the company’s approach to maintaining operational capability without access to a commercial satellite network.

Discovered 2026-10-30T08:04:19.690089-07:00 | 2026-10-30T08:04:19.690089-07:00

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  • Fire Point says its long-range strike systems can operate without SpaceX satellite services, underscoring the role of communications dependencies in the design and employment of military systems.
  • The account concerns strikes in Russia and occupied areas of Ukraine, illustrating how commercial space services intersect with the operational realities of an active conflict.

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