Musk chose to restrict Ukraine's access to SpaceX satellite network, sources say

Ukraine War,Elon Musk,Donald Trump,Trump Administration,SpaceX,Foreign Policy,Pete Hegseth

Posted on AllSides October 22, 2026

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A decision by Elon Musk led to restrictions on Ukraine's use of SpaceX's satellite communications network, people familiar with the matter told CBS News.

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