The Trump administration reportedly threatened to withdraw Ukraine's access to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet amid negotiations for military aid. As Ukraine faces ongoing challenges in its war with Russia, President Trump's team has aimed to obtain rare earth mineral rights as part of the deal to continue U.S. support. Reports indicate that the potential loss of Starlink, which has become critical for Ukraine's military operations, could serve as leverage in conversations with Kyiv as President Trump criticized Ukrainian leadership and sought reciprocal benefits for U.S. assistance.
The Trump administration threatened to pull Ukraine's access to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet during negotiations to secure rare earth mineral rights as a condition for aid.
The possibility of cutting Ukraine off from Starlink was raised in discussions after Ukrainian President Zelensky rejected the initial proposal for mineral rights.
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