Ukraine Accuses SpaceX of Crippling Drone Missions as US Ties Deteriorate

Ukraine accused Elon Musk's SpaceX on Wednesday of limiting Starlink services, crippling its drones, as Russian missiles knocked out power stations in attacks President Volodymyr Zelensky called "ostentatious disrespect" to Donald Trump. Kyiv's relationship with Washington has taken a sharp turn for the worse since US President Trump abruptly lifted sanctions on Russian diesel last week and publicly turned on Zelensky. FRANCE 24's Gulliver Cragg reports from Kyiv, Ukraine, detailing the impact of the Starlink restrictions on military operations and the broader diplomatic fallout. The report highlights the critical role of satellite communications in modern warfare and the vulnerabilities exposed when private companies restrict access. As Ukraine struggles to maintain its defenses, the deteriorating relationship with the US poses a significant challenge. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the situation and its implications for the war.