FILE - Elon Musk departs after a welcome ceremony with President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People, May 14, 2026, in Beijing.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded Elon Musk Ukraine's Order of Freedom for his role in supporting the country. Musk's SpaceX has provided Starlink satellite internet, crucial for Ukraine's military operations since Russia's invasion in 2022. Starlink's connectivity has been vital for communication and coordination, especially in drone operations. However, Musk has restricted its use over Russian territory, a policy Zelenskyy hopes to change. This decision has sparked political tensions, including a mix-up involving Ukraine's former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Musk's influence in Ukraine's war effort highlights the complex relationship between technology and geopolitics.
Ukrainian long-range drones have struck a major warehouse belonging to Russia’s biggest online retailer, Wildberries, for the second time in six weeks. Authorities say the attack started a fire that destroyed the facility. The depot, in the Tambov region, was previously hit July 18, killing seven people. Kyiv officials say goods sold by Wildberries includes equipment used by Russia’s military, which the company denies. The attacks aim to unsettle Russians far from the front line and hurt the economy. Wildberries confirmed the attack and fire, saying the facility was evacuated. Ukraine also has targeted oil facilities in Russia, which is one of the world’s largest energy producers.
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