The U.S. Pentagon declined to investigate restrictions on Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine
Ukrainian officials reported Starlink and Starshield service disruptions in Ukraine last month. The Pentagon inspector general declined to investigate the outages. Musk admitted SpaceX reduced speeds, and officials say the restrictions hampered drone interception.
- The Pentagon inspector general declined to investigate Starlink and Starshield outages in Ukraine.
- Musk admitted that SpaceX slowed Starlink in Ukraine last month.
- Ukrainian officials stated the restrictions hindered the interception of Russian jet attack drones.
- Senator Jeanne Shaheen stated the Inspector General’s decision to not investigate satellite communication disruptions is concerning.
- The Pentagon's Inspector General's office rejected a request from nine senators.
- Elon Musk claimed the Pentagon and the US President determine the speed limits for the Starlink military package.
- The Pentagon's oversight body advised the senators to contact the U.S. Air Force.
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