Archive · 26 Jul 2025
SpaceX Disputes Claims of Starlink Shutdown Order in Ukraine
Some reports said that Elon Musk turned off his Starlink internet service for Ukrainian troops during a battle.
This caused problems with their communication and made it harder to fight.
SpaceX, the company that owns Starlink, said this report was wrong.
Musk himself had said they would never do such a thing.
A report alleged Elon Musk ordered a Starlink shutdown during a 2022 Ukrainian offensive.
The shutdown reportedly caused communication blackouts for Ukrainian troops.
Ukrainian military operations were impacted, including an encirclement that failed.
SpaceX denied the allegation, calling the report 'inaccurate'.
Musk previously stated Starlink would 'never do such a thing'.
- Who
- Elon Musk, SpaceX, Ukrainian military, and Russian forces.
- What
- A report claimed Elon Musk ordered a Starlink shutdown impacting Ukrainian troops.
- When
- During a Ukrainian counteroffensive in 2022.
- Where
- Areas in Ukraine, including Kherson.
- Why
- Unclear according to the article, but the report speculated due to concerns of nuclear escalation.
Report's Claims
SpaceX's Response
Allegation vs. Denial
Report's Claims
Musk ordered a Starlink shutdown impacting operations.
SpaceX's Response
SpaceX denies the claims.
- Service Affected
- Starlink
- Alleged Action
- Shutdown of Service
- Location
- Ukraine (Kherson)
- Date
- 2022
- Response
- SpaceX denies the allegation
