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Musk’s Stark Warning on Starlink and Ukraine’s Defense.
Elon Musk recently issued a stark warning regarding the reliance of Ukraine’s defense system on his Starlink satellite internet service. In a series of posts on X, formerly Twitter, Musk stated that the entire Ukrainian frontline would collapse if he were to discontinue Starlink services. He cited Starlink’s vital role in maintaining Ukrainian military communications.
Musk also expressed his disillusionment with the ongoing conflict, characterizing it as a “stalemate that Ukraine will inevitably lose.” He voiced his desire for a cessation of hostilities, urging for peace negotiations.
These comments follow previous criticisms from Musk regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s pursuit of what he termed a “forever war” with Russia. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has persisted for over three years, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. Musk’s remarks highlight the complex geopolitical considerations surrounding the provision of essential technologies in active conflict zones.