Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM says
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett revealed that his administration smuggled Starlink internet terminals into Iran to support anti-government protesters. He noted that the initiative did not continue under the subsequent Netanyahu government.
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The disclosure highlights the use of satellite technology as a tool for geopolitical influence and support for civil unrest in adversarial nations.
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