Zelensky seeks Trump’s help to persuade Musk to broaden Starlink access
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked President Donald Trump to help convince Elon Musk to expand Starlink internet service for use in drone attacks against Russia. Zelensky made this request during a private meeting with President Trump in the White House while visiting the U.S. for a memorial service.Key Facts
- President Zelensky wants to use Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, in Ukraine’s military efforts against Russia.
- He asked President Trump to help persuade Elon Musk to allow broader use of Starlink for drone strikes.
- The request happened during a private meeting in the Oval Office.
- Zelensky was in the U.S. to attend Senator Lindsey Graham’s memorial service.
- Starlink provides internet access via satellites and is used in Ukraine to maintain communication during the conflict.
- Elon Musk owns SpaceX, the company that operates Starlink.
- The meeting and the request were reported but details remain limited.
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