'He put it back': Trump says Ukraine's Starlink restored, stays silent on Musk
President Donald Trump claims Elon Musk has restored Starlink internet access for the Ukrainian military, though President Zelenskyy notes that connection speeds remain below normal levels. The situation highlights the critical role of private satellite networks in modern warfare.
Why it matters
The reliance of sovereign militaries on private technology infrastructure raises significant questions about control, sovereignty, and the influence of tech billionaires in global conflicts.
US President Donald Trump has said Elon Musk has restored Ukraine's access to Starlink internet services after restrictions disrupted the connectivity used by Kyiv's military.However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the speed of the military's satellite internet connection had not yet returned to normal, suggesting that the restoration was still incomplete.Trump's comments came amid reports that he had personally contacted Musk, the owner of SpaceX, which operates Starlink, and asked him to lift the restrictions.
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SpaceX Restores Ukraine Starlink Connection After Elon Musk Restricts Satellite Speeds
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