Ukraine Secures Active Starlink Service From Elon Musk Amid Russian Invasion
Ukraine's Vice Prime Minister publicly urges Elon Musk to supply Starlink stations as the country faces the Russian invasion, prompting Musk to activate the satellite service.
Ukraine's Vice Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov publicly asks Elon Musk to provide Starlink stations to help the country maintain internet access during the ongoing Russian invasion. Fedorov contrasts Musk's peaceful space exploration efforts with Russia's attacks on Ukrainian civilians and urges the billionaire to address sane Russians to stand against their government.
Musk responds quickly by announcing that Starlink service is now active in Ukraine, with more terminals currently en route. Fedorov expresses his gratitude on social media, confirming that the Starlink terminals are arriving to support the nation's digital infrastructure despite the lack of local ground stations.
This high-tech appeal comes as part of a broader digital strategy from the Ukrainian government, which also includes a direct request to Apple CEO Tim Cook to block the Apple Store for Russian citizens. Fedorov views these technological measures as vital tools to apply international pressure and support sanctions against Moscow.