Zelenskyy accuses SpaceX of political restrictions on Ukraine's Starshield system

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused SpaceX of dishonesty over restrictions on Ukraine's Starshield satellite system, claiming the speed limits imposed are "political" rather than "technical." The restrictions, in place for five days, prevent Ukrainian drones from flying above 161km/h, disabling interception of Russian Shahed drones and severely affecting mid-range strikes on occupied territory. Zelenskyy said SpaceX denied imposing restrictions, but problems were detected across the entire frontline. The slowdown follows a similar issue last month and coincided with US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy also revealed US negotiators asked if Ukraine would cede Donbas for NATO membership, which he categorically rejected, and dismissed a Russian ceasefire offer as a ploy.