Handing control of Italy's military satellite communications to the U.S. tech tycoon has prompted sharp criticism in Italy from opposition politicians.

Italy considers Starlink for secure communications Opposition criticizes potential SpaceX deal, questions Musk's political influence Meloni defends Musk's right to express his views ROME ...

Meloni emphasized that Italy's national interest serves as "the only lens" through which she evaluates potential contracts with SpaceX, the operator of the Starlink satellite system. Italian Prime ...

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The politician said that Meloni was "acting in Italy's and Europe's best interests ... that Elon Musk himself does not decide whether the Starlink satellite system is turned on or off.

Meloni stressed that national interest ... the most secure and advanced connectivity.” Already active in Italy since 2021, Starlink could expand its services to include emergencies, such as ...

Meloni has a good relationship with Musk and those ties are in the spotlight in Italy as the government weighs up a possible contract relying on Starlink, part of Musk's SpaceX business.

The politician said that Meloni was "acting in Italy's and Europe's best interests ... He also added that Elon Musk himself does not decide whether the Starlink satellite system is turned on or off.

"This is useful for Italy and will also be ... "This is a very obvious example of Meloni putting national interests above European interests." A Starlink contract would provide a small boost ...