During a critical Ukrainian counteroffensive to retake territory from Russia in September 2022, Elon Musk reportedly ordered the shutdown of Starlink satellite internet service over parts of Ukraine. This move caused a communications blackout for Ukrainian frontline units, disabling drones and disrupting artillery coordination. The decision was allegedly driven by Musk's fears of escalating the conflict, possibly to a nuclear level. The blackout reportedly hindered Ukraine's military operations and may have contributed to the failure of the offensive in the Kherson region. SpaceX and Starlink have since denied some of the claims, but the incident has raised concerns about the influence of private tech companies in international conflicts.
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