SpaceX founder Elon Musk said the company can no longer pay for the Starlink satellites providing internet for Ukraine’s government and military. What you need to know
Technology
| Analysis
14 October 2022
Starlink internet satellites have been a lifeline for Ukraine’s government and military operations during the country’s war with Russia. But reports about a dispute over who pays for the Starlink services operated by SpaceX, coupled with public statements from SpaceX founder Elon Musk, have cast uncertainty over whether Ukraine can continue to rely on the technology.
How important is Starlink to Ukraine?
Since the Russian military invasion began on 24 February 2022, Ukrainians have been relying on …