Elon Musk has secured a crucial deal with the Pentagon. The tech billionaire’s think tank SpaceX has won a defense contract to provide relief and assistance to Ukraine through its Starlink communication terminals. Since the Russian invasion, Starlink has provided Ukrainian people ability to reconnect with each other and the outer world.
The Pentagon and Elon Musk haven’t seen eye to eye in the past, having differences about which party will pay for the Starlink satellites in Ukraine. Therefore, this deal comes as a surprise announcement for many. Regardless, both remain committed to their duties as a global citizens and broker of peace.
Elon Musk And Pentagon Finalize The Deal For Starlink Satellites In Ukraine
The South African born billionaire Elon Musk is reaffirming his commitment to democracy and stability. The Pentagon has a reached an agreement with the billionaire for his Starlink satellite communication terminals. SpaceX’s Starlink terminals will be used to provide security for the war-torn nation of Ukraine.
The Pentagon made a statement on Thursday about Starlink’s crucial role in providing means of communication to the country’s military. Thank to Starlink’s portable terminals, the civilian population has found connection and stability amidst their repeated Russian invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has previously thanked Musk, saying “life was maintained” because of the terminals.
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Elon Musk’s Starlink A Potential Cause Of Concern
Despite its excellent reachability, there’s always been some resistance to Starlink. China views Starlink satellites as another means of American espionage and are simultaneously trying to develop their own version of it. Iran has tried to curb the heavy protests by seizing SpaceX’s satellites.
There have also been studies about the extent of damage Musk’s satellites will cause. Not only there’s high chance of space pollution, but the satellites’ light dimming technology will interfere with astronomers observing star patterns. There’s also the issue of floating debris to be considered.
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