Musk says US government responsible after Ukrainian military access to Starlink satellites cut
SpaceX chief Elon Musk says any restrictions affecting Ukraine’s use of the Starshield satellite communications system are the responsibility of the US government, not his company.
The comments come amid concerns that connectivity issues could affect Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russian attacks and operate interceptor drones.
The situation has sparked criticism in Washington, with both Democrats and Republicans raising concerns about the impact on Ukraine’s defence and the wider US role in the conflict.
Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at the University of…
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