Musk reposts tweet calling Starlink service for Ukraine 'mistake'
Elon Musk expressed regret over providing Ukraine with Starlink terminals during the invasion by Russia, following criticism from President Zelensky about Musk's influence. Musk shared a post stating it was a mistake to supply Ukraine with free Starlink services, which he claims have been used for military purposes. Ukraine denied Musk's allegations of misuse, asserting that their Starshield system is used solely for defense. The Pentagon declined to investigate the Starlink disruptions despite bipartisan requests. Musk's political involvement includes significant financial support for Republican candidates, amidst ongoing scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers regarding his business practices and government connections.
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