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doctrine-change2026-02-28 00:00 UTC🇮🇷 Iran (during U.S. bombing campaign/assault on Iran)
Pentagon and SpaceX dispute Starlink pricing tied to LUCAS kamikaze drone use during Iran war
Reuters reports U.S. LUCAS loitering munitions used Starlink/Starshield connectivity during U.S. strikes in the Iran war, prompting SpaceX to seek higher fees per terminal. The Pentagon ultimately agreed to a price increase while exploring alternative satellite-communications providers.
Details
Type
doctrine-change
Occurred
2026-02-28 00:00
Reported
2026-05-26
Location
Iran (during U.S. bombing campaign/assault on Iran)
Coordinates
32.6475, 54.5644
Confidence
62 / 100
Damage assessment
No specific strike damage described; article focuses on Starlink/Starshield pricing and use on LUCAS suicide drones during operations against Iran.