# What is Starshield, and who limited Ukraine’s access to it?

https://mins.news/en/item/101556

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-15 13:32 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/15/what-is-starshield-and-who-limited-ukraines-access-to-it?traffic_source=rss

> A Ukrainian Defence Ministry source says the military’s Starshield satellite connection has been restored after a reported disruption between Tuesday and Wednesday. Kyiv is seeking an explanation from SpaceX. Elon Musk denied SpaceX was involved and said the US government controls the service and decides any restrictions.

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