Fire at Starlink station in Poland

On September 23, a fire broke out at a Starlink communication station located 50 kilometers south of Warsaw. The incident occurred at a facility critical for providing internet access through a network of satellites owned by Elon Musk’s company.

Starlink’s role in Ukraine

The Starlink system is vital for the coordination of Ukrainian defense operations during the war with Russia. It provides direct internet access, which is essential for military communications and civilian connectivity in areas affected by the conflict.

Polish authorities accuse sabotage

Polish officials immediately described the fire as an act of sabotage. The incident has raised concerns about the security of critical infrastructure in the region, especially given the ongoing war and the reliance on such systems for defense efforts.

Suspects arrested in Germany

On October 12, two Turkish nationals living in Germany were detained in connection with the incident, according to the German magazine Der Spiegel. They are suspected of having a logistical role in the sabotage.

Links to the Dalton gang

Der Spiegel reports that the suspects are linked to the Turkish Dalton gang, which allegedly collaborated with Russian intelligence for the operation. The magazine suggests that the Daltons received the order for the sabotage from Russian intelligence.

Dalton gang’s connections

The Dalton group is a relatively new and prominent faction within the Turkish mafia. Its leader, Beratcan Gökdemir, was arrested in Russia in 2024 but may be protected by Kremlin security services, according to Der Spiegel. This connection adds to the complexity of the investigation.