Access to Starlink has been a lifeline for Ukraine, but now it’s part of a high-stakes negotiation. U.S. officials have reportedly pressured Kyiv to open its critical mineral reserves—offering continued access to Elon Musk’s satellite network in return. With Ukraine rejecting a demand for $500 billion in mineral wealth, tensions between President Zelenskiy and the Trump administration are escalating. As Starlink remains essential for Ukraine’s military operations, the question looms: how much leverage does the U.S. hold, and at what cost?
US threatens to shut off Starlink if Ukraine won’t sign minerals deal
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