US threatens Europe over Starlink restrictions

The US has threatened to restrict European companies' access to Starlink, a satellite internet constellation, in response to proposed EU regulations that could limit the use of the service in the region. The proposed regulations aim to restrict the use of satellite internet in the EU, citing concerns over safety and environmental impact. The US has warned that such restrictions could harm European companies that have invested in Starlink, including Vodafone and Telefónica. The European Commission has proposed a regulation that would require satellite internet operators to obtain permission before launching new satellites, and to ensure that their services do not interfere with EU radio frequencies. The US has expressed concerns that this regulation could limit the growth of Starlink and other satellite internet services in the region.