Senators Probe Ukraine Starlink Disruptions

Ukraine faced a speed cap on its Starshield service that cut data when terminals moved faster than about 160 kph, disrupting drones. Service improved, but Ukraine said the cap had not fully returned to earlier limits. Starshield is SpaceX’s military satellite system, and Elon Musk said it is controlled by the U.S. government, with final decisions resting with the military and president. The disruption hit as Kyiv faced U.S. support questions, including intelligence-sharing problems and disputes over Russian energy strikes. Trump denied ordering the restriction; Reuters and Ukrainian sources cited White House or Musk-Trump roles. Nine senators sought a Pentagon watchdog investigation. Ukraine is negotiating with SpaceX and the Pentagon while its cause remains unresolved.