Putin, meanwhile, said in a conversation with Tucker Carlson: “I think there’s no stopping Elon Musk. He will do as he sees fit.” The Tesla chief talking with one of the US' chief adversaries raises national security concerns over how much influence Putin has over America. 'Terrifying' video reveals Elon Musk's huge army of satellites as scientists warn of Starlink's 'hidden danger' Billionaire Musk owns Starlink, the internet service which boasts around 7,000 satellites in orbit and can provide wifi almost anywhere around the globe. Musk has previous history with Starlink and Putin after he switched it off in Ukraine a few months into Russia's invasion. He had already donated tens of thousands of terminals to Ukraine and spoken out in support of the country. But his views appeared to sour and he prevented the Ukrainians from using terminals to guide sea drones to attack Crimea and in offensive operations over fears of nuclear war. What is Starlink? Starlink is a satellite internet constellation developed by SpaceX, aimed at providing high-speed, low-latency internet access across the globe. It consists of thousands of small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO), which work together to deliver internet service to users on the ground. Starlink is designed to offer internet access in remote and underserved areas where traditional broadband services are limited or unavailable. The system aims to provide broadband-level speeds, offering performance comparable to or better than conventional terrestrial connections. The low Earth orbit configuration allows for lower latency compared to traditional satellite internet systems, which are often based in higher geostationary orbits. As more satellites are launched and added to the constellation, the network's capacity and performance are expected to improve, accommodating more users and enhancing service quality. To connect to the Starlink network, users need a Starlink Kit, which includes a phased-array antenna (often referred to as the "dish") and a Wi-Fi router. The antenna is designed to automatically align with the satellites for optimal signal reception. The constellation is continually growing, with regular launches adding more satellites to the network to improve coverage and performance. Ukrainian officials have claimed Russia is also using Starlink to communicate and fly its drones in the areas occupied by its military. Russian troops have bought Starlink dishes from third countries, with Musk saying he doesn't believe they have been sold them directly. Musk has also backed calls for an end to the war and is backing Trump in the US election who claims he will get peace, but without providing evidence. SpaceX, which operates Starlink, has giant contracts with the US military, including a $1.8billion secret deal in 2021.