Elon Musk Confirms SpaceX Throttled Starlink Service in Ukraine Amid Restoration
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Elon Musk revealed that SpaceX had restricted the Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine, impacting military operations crucial for defense against Russia.
This admission followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's announcement that access to Starlink and Starshield had been restored to pre-restriction speeds, enhancing logistics and defense capabilities.
Musk stated that the throttling was due to the misuse of Starlink for offensive operations, asserting that the U.S. government controls changes to Starshield, which supports Ukraine's military communications and drone operations.
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Musk Says He Was Behind Starlink Speed Restriction After Service in Ukraine Is Restored
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