Ukraine Accuses Russian Forces of Using Elon Musk's Starlink Network

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Ukrainian military intelligence reported that Russian forces are increasingly using Starlink terminals for internet access near the frontline in eastern Ukraine, despite Starlink not being active in Russia. The use of the satellite internet system in occupied Ukraine has raised concerns, as it has become a vital part of the country's infrastructure. Elon Musk had previously prevented Starlink from being used in a Ukrainian attack on a Russian naval base in Crimea, prompting controversy and a US Senate query.
- Ukraine says Elon Musk’s Starlink is used by Russian forces near the frontline: ‘This is starting to become systemic’ Fortune
- Ukraine claims Russian forces using Musk’s Starlink in occupied areas The Guardian
- Ukraine claims Russian forces using Starlink network in occupied areas CNN
- Ukraine intelligence ‘confirms’ Russian forces using Starlink Al Jazeera English
- Russia is using SpaceX's Starlink satellite devices in Ukraine, sources say Defense One
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