On October 14, 2026, Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, commented on the restrictions on the Starlink system in Ukraine, stating that these decisions do not depend on him. He noted that the control over the Starshield system, which is used for military purposes, belongs to the U.S. government.
Context of Starlink Restrictions
According to the information provided by Musk, the Starshield system, which provides communication for military use, is subject to control by the U.S. military and the president. This means that any restrictions, including speed limits, are set not by him, but by the relevant U.S. authorities.
Response to Mykhailo Fedorov's Inquiry
Musk responded to a request from former Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine Mykhailo Fedorov, who reached out to him via Twitter. In his message, he confirmed that Starlink is a commercial service controlled by SpaceX, but its use for military purposes is limited. He emphasized that Starlink cannot be used for offensive military actions.
What is Known About Starshield
The Starshield system, which was previously used without speed restrictions, is now subject to new rules. Musk explained that:
- The Starshield systems belong to the U.S. government.
- Restrictions on speed or usage are set by the U.S. military.
- All decisions are ultimately made by the U.S. president.
Thus, the situation with Starlink restrictions in Ukraine remains under the control of U.S. military structures, and Elon Musk does not have the ability to influence these decisions.