Elon Musk's SpaceX is under investigation by the US over Russia's use of Starlink against Ukraine

By: Nastya Bobkova | 08.03.2024, 01:04
Elon Musk's SpaceX is under investigation by the US over Russia's use of Starlink against Ukraine

SpaceX, the company founded by Elon Musk, is under investigation for Russia's use of the Starlink satellite system against Ukraine. According to Democratic representatives in the US House of Representatives, Russian troops in Ukraine could have used Starlink terminals to access the Internet.

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The Ukrainian military reported that Russian forces used Starlink technology purchased on the black market to gain access to the network. This has caused serious outrage among the political community, which is concerned about a possible violation of sanctions and export controls.

The letter to SpaceX's management raises a number of questions about Russia's use of Starlink and the measures the company has taken to ensure compliance. SpaceX has until 20 March to respond to the Democrats' requests. The lawmakers are concerned about the lack of safeguards to ensure that Starlink technology does not fall into Russian hands or be misused.

Musk has previously stated that no Starlinks have been sold to Russia.

Source: Gizmodo