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Starlink: How Elon Musk's company influences geopolitics

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Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet service, has become a critical communication tool for Ukraine's military and Iranian protesters, enabling operations and circumventing government shutdowns. However, its use by Ukraine has faced disruptions, highlighting a dependency that is influenced by US military decisions, while Iran has banned the service and imposed severe penalties for its use.
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Designed to bring internet access to remote regions, Elon Musk's Starlink has become vital in crisis regions and war zones. But Ukraine also shows the risks of depending on the service.

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