First Thing: US ‘betrayal’ over Starlink undermines Ukrainian defense
Summary
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he feels betrayed by President Donald Trump after Starlink internet service was limited for fast-moving Ukrainian drones. This reduction affected Ukraine’s ability to defend against Russian drone attacks near Kyiv. Separately, legal and political developments involving President Trump’s administration have raised questions about human rights groups, Israel’s cooperation on peace initiatives, and his new press secretary’s legal credentials.Key Facts
- Ukraine uses Starlink, a satellite internet system made by SpaceX and managed by the US government, to control drones in its war with Russia.
- Starlink’s service was restricted for terminals moving faster than 100 mph, disrupting Ukraine’s drone operations and air defense.
- President Zelenskyy expressed feeling betrayed by President Trump over this Starlink limitation.
- A US judge blocked Trump administration sanctions on two human rights groups helping the International Criminal Court’s investigation of Gaza war crimes.
- Israel has delayed a military outpost project that was part of President Trump’s peace plan for Gaza.
- Katie Zacharia is President Trump’s new press secretary; questions have arisen about her claim to be a licensed US lawyer.
- Cornell University’s president admitted knowing about a reported sexual assault but did not follow up or know the student involved had left until a lawsuit was filed.
- A separate sexual assault allegation was reported at a Chicago fraternity recently.
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