Zelensky gives Blumenthal ‘homework’ on Starlink
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal said that President Volodymyr Zelensky asked him to raise with U.S. President Donald Trump and businessman Elon Musk the issue of Ukraine’s use of the Starlink satellite system over Russian territory.
Senator Richard Blumenthal presented President Volodymyr Zelensky with "homework assignments" during the Prayer Breakfast, according to Blumenthal. The Ukrainian President's chief concern was the critical role of Starlink in Ukraine's defense against Russia. Blumenthal stated that his goal is to persuade both U.S. President and other influential figures, including Elon Musk, to render Starlink ineffective for Russia.
Other topics included interceptors, missile defense, and the support of the Lindsey Graham sanctions bill. President Zelensky met with Senators Blumenthal and James Lankford on August 23 to discuss the mounting pressure on Russia. They also addressed Ukraine's demand for interceptor missiles and efforts to secure licenses for the production of Patriot system missiles in the country.
According to Zelensky, negotiations with the U.S. continue on the potential utilization of the Starlink satellite system in defending Ukraine over Russian territory.
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