On October 16, 2026, it became known that Elon Musk proposed Donald Trump to limit the speed of the Starlink system operations in Ukraine. This information was published by The Telegraph and has sparked widespread resonance in media and political circles.
Musk's Initiative and Trump's Reaction
According to reports, Musk initiated the idea of introducing speed restrictions for Ukrainian satellite communication terminals. Trump, as claimed by sources, agreed with this idea, which allowed the Pentagon to implement these restrictions. As a result, the speed of drones using Starshield was limited to approximately 160 km/h, complicating their ability to intercept Russian drones.
Accountability and Denials
Despite Musk publicly blaming the White House for these restrictions, Trump denied any involvement in this decision. According to sources who confirmed this information, both Musk and Trump were involved in the decision-making process. However, Trump stated that the U.S. has no connection to the restrictions, and an American official denied that the president had given the corresponding orders.
Restoration of Starshield Capabilities
President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that the capabilities of the Starshield system are gradually being restored, but the previous speed parameters have not yet returned. This raises concerns among Ukrainian military personnel and analysts who believe that such restrictions could significantly impact operational effectiveness in wartime conditions.
- Elon Musk proposed to limit the speed of Starlink in Ukraine.
- Donald Trump agreed with Musk's initiative.
- The speed of drones with Starshield is limited to 160 km/h.
- Zelensky reported gradual restoration of Starshield capabilities.