Zelensky says Musk-owned satellite system still restricted in Ukraine
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine’s use of Elon Musk’s SpaceX satellite systems, Starlink and Starshield, remains partially limited. These limits affect Ukraine’s military use of drones for defense and supplies. Ukrainian officials say they are unsure if the restrictions come from the White House or SpaceX.Key Facts
- Ukraine uses SpaceX’s Starlink for communications and defensive drones and Starshield, controlled by the U.S. government, for offensive military actions.
- The satellite services were working fully but are now limited, particularly inside Ukraine, slowing drone speeds from 400 km/h to 161 km/h.
- Zelensky said the satellites work normally in EU countries but stop working properly above 161 km/h within Ukraine.
- SpaceX says the limits are a technical problem controlled by the U.S. military and President Trump.
- President Trump denies the White House is involved in restricting Ukraine’s satellite use.
- Reports suggest Elon Musk proposed slowing down the satellite systems, but the White House denies this.
- Ukrainian officials met with Jared Kushner to discuss the satellite restrictions and possible talks on ending the war with Russia.
- The satellite limits impact Ukraine’s ability to gather intelligence, operate drones, and conduct military actions against Russia.
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