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Zelensky Adviser Slams Musk Over Ukraine Starlink Claims
Ukraine's defense adviser calls Musk's Starlink restrictions 'very strange' after claims of drone misuse.
In brief
Ukraine's defense adviser calls Musk's Starlink restrictions 'very strange' after claims of drone misuse. Ukraine's defense adviser says Starlink can't be used for strikes beyond the front line after Musk claims Ukraine violated terms. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Ukraine's Defense Adviser
Serhii Beskrestnov, a defense adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, called Musk's remarks 'very st range' on Sunday.
“very st range”
Musk Claims Ukraine Violated Terms
SpaceX chief Elon Musk said Ukraine violated Starlink terms of service by using the civilian system for lethal drone strikes against Russian forces.
“violated Starlink terms of service”
Starlink Speed Restrictions
Starlink is capped at 70 kilometers per hour over Ukraine, including Moscow-held areas, far below speeds needed for effective drone attacks.
“capped as low as 70 kilometers per hour”
Ukraine's Military Impact
Ukraine said its access to Starshield, Starlink's military-grade sister system, had been curbed, hampering attacks on Russian logistics and command centers.
“access to Starshield, Starlink's military-grade sister system”
Musk's Warning on Starlink
Musk warned that turning off Starlink would cause the Ukrainian front line to collapse immediately, as it remains critical for defense.
“front line would collapse immediately”
U.S. Intelligence Restrictions
Kyiv reported missing intelligence data on Russian ballistic missile strikes after U.S. blocked access to intelligence streams in early 2025.
“missing intelligence data on Russian ballistic missile strikes”
U.S. and Russia Positions
The White House pushed for peace talks ahead of next month's midterms while blaming Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries for U.S. fuel prices.
“blaming Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries”
Russia's Drone Attack
Russia attacked Ukraine with 140 drones and four missiles overnight, killing two people and injuring 17 others.
“140 drones and four missiles”
The big picture
Ukraine's defense adviser says Starlink can't be used for strikes beyond the front line after Musk claims Ukraine violated terms.
