Starlink access for Ukraine limited after Trump’s claims satellite service restored, officials say – Europe live
Summary
Ukraine’s access to Starshield, a military-grade satellite internet service run by SpaceX, has been limited, affecting the country’s drone and air defense operations. There is a dispute involving President Trump, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, and U.S. officials over who is responsible for these service restrictions during the conflict with Russia.Key Facts
- Russia launched attacks on Ukrainian energy sites, leaving over 500,000 people without power.
- Ukrainian officials say limited access to Starshield has disrupted drone strikes and air defense systems.
- President Trump claims the Starshield service has been fully restored.
- A European official said the service was not fully working despite Trump’s statement.
- Trump and his cabinet deny ordering any limits to Starshield and suggest Musk controls the service.
- Elon Musk says Starshield is owned and controlled by the U.S. government, and any usage limits come from the military and President Trump.
- The Wall Street Journal reported Musk ordered the service slowdown, with unclear involvement from Trump.
- U.S. politicians disagree on whether Musk acted alone or with White House approval.
- The dispute happens amid ongoing fighting and rising civilian casualties in Ukraine.
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