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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsJuly 31, 2026Miami-Dade

Zelenskyy Seeks U.S. Help to Expand Starlink Use for Strikes in Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has requested assistance from President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials to secure permission from Elon Musk to use Starlink satellite services for military operations inside Russian territory.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this request determines whether Ukraine can utilize satellite technology to guide military strikes within Russian borders, potentially altering the scope of current communication and targeting capabilities.

Key Facts

  • President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has asked President Donald Trump and U.S. officials to intervene regarding Starlink usage.
  • The request specifically seeks permission to use Starlink satellite communications to guide military strikes inside Russia.
  • Elon Musk maintains control over the usage policies of the Starlink satellite system.

Who's Mentioned

personElon Musk“CEO of SpaceX and owner of Starlink”organizationSpaceX“Owner of the Starlink satellite system”personVolodymyr Zelenskyy“President of Ukraine”locationRussia“Target area for potential strikes”otherStarlink“Satellite communications system”personMike Rounds“U.S. Senator from South Dakota”personRichard Blumenthal“U.S. Senator from Connecticut”personLindsey Graham“U.S. Senator”locationUkraine“Country seeking expanded satellite access”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”