Russia-Ukraine war: When Elon Musk shutdown Starlink in 2022, drones went dark — how much power does SpaceX boss hold?
In September 2022, Elon Musk restricted Starlink access in Ukraine, impacting military operations and leading to civilian casualties, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Musk differentiated between Starlink and the government-operated Starshield, which is crucial for secure military communications. The recent disruption of both services reignited debates over control of technology in the conflict, with no clear accountability established.