From SiliconANGLE · James Farrell · · 50s
Elon Musk Throttles Starlink in Ukraine
Musk's Starlink slowdown in Ukraine sparks U.S. and military tensions.
In brief
Musk's Starlink slowdown in Ukraine sparks U.S. and military tensions. Musk's Starlink throttling in Ukraine, blamed on U.S. and SpaceX, disrupts Ukrainian military operations. Originally reported by SiliconANGLE.
Starlink Throttled in Ukraine
Elon Musk reportedly ordered Starlink slowdown in Ukraine last week.
Military Impact
Ukrainian officials say throttling disabled offensive drones and left cities vulnerable.
White House Confusion
White House unsure who informed about Starlink slowdown starting Oct 14.
Musk's Denial
Musk claims Starshield is U.S. government owned and Trump decides speed limits.
“Starshield systems are owned and controlled by the U.S. government. Any limits on speed or usage are decided by the US military and ultimately POTUS”
Zelensky's Blame
Zelensky blames U.S. and SpaceX for Starlink throttling problems.
Trump's Denial
Trump says he and Musk had no role in Starlink slowdown decision.
“I don’t know if it was anybody, because it wasn’t me and I don’t think it was Elon”
In short
Musk's Starlink throttling in Ukraine, blamed on U.S. and SpaceX, disrupts Ukrainian military operations.
