TRUMP SAYS DID NOT ORDER CURB TO STARSHIELD FOR UKRAINE

What happened: Trump said he did not order a curb to Starshield services for Ukraine, saying "it wasn't me. And I don't think it was Elon." Zelenskyy said the service was being restored after the White House reportedly asked SpaceX to reinstate it. Key numbers: Trump's comments came Friday, Oct 16. Kyiv reported restrictions on Wednesday. Why it matters: Ukraine relies on Starshield for battlefield communications, mid-range strikes, and interceptor drones. The episode comes amid rising tension between Washington and Kyiv, with Trump calling for Zelenskyy to be replaced. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

Trump said he did not order a curb to Starshield services for Ukraine, saying "it wasn't me. And I don't think it was Elon." Zelenskyy said the service was being restored after the White House reportedly asked SpaceX to reinstate it.

Ukraine relies on Starshield for battlefield communications, mid-range strikes, and interceptor drones. The episode comes amid rising tension between Washington and Kyiv, with Trump calling for Zelenskyy to be replaced.