Starshield limited for Ukraine. Vance: I understand Elon
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported ongoing restrictions on Starshield access, a military version of Starlink. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio promised to work on resolving this issue. Rubio stated that SpaceX, owned by Elon Musk, ultimately decides on any limitations. J.D. Vance emphasized that Musk's company operates privately and requires clear directives from the U.S. government. Vance also mentioned ongoing negotiations for peace between Ukraine and Russia, expressing optimism about the process. He criticized European allies for their regulatory actions against SpaceX while relying on American technology. Musk claimed that decisions regarding restrictions are made by the Pentagon and the President, with Pentagon officials affirming their stance on service conditions.