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Elon Musk Reaffirms Starlink Access for Ukraine Amid U.S. Policy Shift

Despite expressing frustration with the war and U.S. withdrawal of military aid, Musk commits to keeping Starlink operational for Ukrainian forces.

  • Elon Musk emphasized that Starlink, his satellite network, is critical to Ukraine's military operations, stating its loss would collapse their front lines.
  • Musk clarified that Starlink access would not be used as leverage or shut down, regardless of his disagreements with Ukrainian policies.
  • The U.S., under President Trump, has halted military and intelligence support for Ukraine, pressuring Kyiv toward peace negotiations with Russia.
  • Poland's foreign minister criticized Musk's comments on Starlink, prompting a contentious exchange on social media, where Musk dismissed the criticism.
  • Starlink remains a vital communication tool for Ukraine's military, particularly for drone operations and front-line coordination.
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