Starlink becomes flashpoint in US-Europe tech rivalry amid Ukraine war restrictions

Starlink has emerged as a contested asset in the Ukraine conflict, with accusations that the US has restricted Ukrainian access to the service and concerns over potential sabotage of its infrastructure. The situation reflects broader US-European technological competition, as Europe seeks alternatives to reduce dependence on American space-based communications. The exact nature and extent of any restrictions remain unconfirmed, but the strategic stakes are high.