US warns EU restrictions on Starlink could worsen Ukraine connectivity

The US ambassador to the EU warned that European businesses could face serious losses if the bloc restricts market access for American companies like Elon Musk's SpaceX, with potential consequences for Starlink connectivity in Ukraine. The European Commission proposed reserving part of the radio frequency spectrum for European firms, which could limit US and Chinese satellite operators. SpaceX warned the changes might degrade Starlink quality in Ukraine, where it provides critical communication for civilians and the military. Ambassador Andrew Pazer accused Brussels of protectionism and called for US-EU cooperation to compete with China in AI and quantum computing. The dispute reflects EU efforts to boost technological independence, while Ukraine is developing its own satellite alternatives.