Questions have been raised over the US role in restricted access to Starshield, the military version of Starlink, after Ukraine's forces were affected. The limits reportedly hit drones, aircraft and helicopters moving faster than 100 miles an hour.
01Summary
- 01On Wednesday, Elon Musk's Starlink was drawn into controversy over restricted access to Starshield.
- 02Ukraine's military faced limits on the military version of the satellite-based system, according to the report.
- 03Services were cut off for objects travelling more than 100 miles an hour.
- 04The restrictions affected Ukraine's drones, airplanes and helicopters, a source familiar with the matter said.
02Why it matters
The restrictions could affect Ukraine's battlefield communications and airborne operations. The controversy also raises questions about the role of US-linked technology in the war.
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