Ukraine reports speed limits

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said speed limits on Starshield, the military version of SpaceX's Starlink, look deliberate rather than technical.

“Ukraine says speed limits on Starlink are still hampering military efforts to fight off Russian drones”

Starlink partially restored

The network has been partly restored, but a cap of about 160km/h remains in place for Ukrainian forces.

Poland's foreign minister accuses Musk

Poland's foreign minister accused SpaceX CEO Elon Musk of 'playing politics' when unexpected restrictions were reported.

Musk claims US military controls system

Musk posted that the US government owns and controls Starlink, with decisions resting with the military and president.

Trump denies ordering slowdown

President Donald Trump told reporters the slowdown wasn't him, saying 'it wasn't me' and 'i don't think it was Elon'.

Rubio calls claims false

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called claims that the government ordered restrictions 'categorically false' and said Ukraine doesn't have Starshield access.

“Starshield is a totally different product... It has nothing to do with Ukraine”

Ukraine's anti-corruption official explains

Olena Tregub, Ukraine's anti-corruption official, said Trump administration might cut Starlink for intelligence but would deny it publicly.

Tregub explains Trump's motives

Tregub said Trump would avoid admitting cuts due to November elections, risking impeachment if he loses.

Ukraine investigates slowdown

Ukraine continues its investigation into the network slowdown, noting Starlink decisions have historically impacted battlefield outcomes.