The tycoon threatened to cut the service a few days ago, arguing that he cannot continue funding “indefinitely”.
Internet communications of the Ukrainian military are vital in the counter-offensive against Russia. The European Union (EU) is aware of this and is considering paying the cost of maintaining the Starlink satellites – owned by tycoon Elon Musk – to keep the country connected during the war. For example, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis dropped it on Monday at his entrance to the meeting of European foreign ministers. Musk “may wake up one day and say he doesn’t feel like it,” he said, citing the businessman’s statements, who assured that he could not continue to cover the costs “indefinitely”.
A group of countries has already supported the idea of economically sustaining Starlink services, costs that can be borne by the European Peace Mechanism. Through this tool, the Twenty-seven sent weapons, military equipment and ammunition to Kiev worth 3,000 million euros.
With this initiative, the EU is trying to shield Ukraine’s internet connection from Musk’s controversial statements and his changing position. The American billionaire fueled Ukrainian public opinion by suggesting that the only way to peace was for Kiev to accept the annexation of Crimea and referenda of the territories occupied by the Russian military. In addition, he even asked that the Pentagon bear the costs of the satellites.
However, just a few days ago, he corrected and assured that he would continue to fund the use of Starlink in Ukraine. However, the EU is not prepared to let this communication system – essential for the Ukrainian armed forces – depend on Musk’s humor.
Source: La Verdad
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