Ukraine disputes Elon Musk's claim that its military violated Starlink's terms of service
Summary
Ukrainian officials disputed Elon Musk’s claim that Ukraine’s military breached Starlink’s terms by using the civilian service for offensive drone strikes. They said restrictions already prevented that use, while reports of Starlink and Starshield interruptions raised concerns about lost drones and disrupted missions. Starlink service was restored as diplomatic efforts to end the war continued.Key Facts
- Serhii Beskrestnov, an adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said existing restrictions made offensive use of civilian Starlink in Ukraine impossible.
- Musk said SpaceX had throttled Starlink in Ukraine and claimed the military used the civilian service for offensive drone strikes in violation of its terms.
- Musk said the U.S. government controlled changes to Starshield, the military-focused service used for Ukrainian drone operations and communications.
- Ukrainian commanders reported lost drones and disrupted missions after restrictions were imposed on Starshield.
- The article said Starlink service was restored on Saturday after speed caps were lifted.
- President Donald Trump said he did not make the decision to restrict the service, while Vice President JD Vance suggested the White House had coordinated with Musk.
- Russia agreed to resume three-way negotiations with the United States and Ukraine next month, and Kyiv and Moscow agreed to a localized ceasefire near Oleshky.
- Zelenskyy said Russia had launched nearly 2,300 strike drones at Ukraine over the past week and called on Western allies to speed up interceptor deliveries.
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