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Musk Confirms SpaceX Thwarted Ukraine's Starlink Access
Musk says SpaceX blocked Ukraine's Starlink internet after military used it for drone attacks on Russia.
In brief
Musk says SpaceX blocked Ukraine's Starlink internet after military used it for drone attacks on Russia. Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX throttled Ukraine's Starlink access after military used it for drone strikes against Russia. Originally reported by New York Post.
Musk Claims Ukraine Violated Starlink Terms
Elon Musk said Ukraine military used Starlink for offensive drone strikes against Russia.
“Using Starlink, a civilian commercial service, for offensive drone strikes to kill people has never been allowed, nor should it be.”
Starlink Access Throttled for Ukraine
Ukraine discovered Starlink issues after military drones traveled at 160 km/h or faster.
“Ukraine military [sic] violated Starlink terms of service and used it for offensive drone strikes to kill people.”
Musk Defends SpaceX's Role
Musk stated SpaceX closed a loophole after Ukraine military violated Starlink terms of service.
“SpaceX has done more to defend Ukraine than any private company on Earth BY FAR.”
Zelensky Reports Starlink Restored
Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed Starlink speeds were restored to needed levels.
“The speeds are now at the level we need.”
Here's the gist
Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX throttled Ukraine's Starlink access after military used it for drone strikes against Russia.
