Did Donald Trump make a deal with Russia?
October 16, 2026
Washington is abuzz with hushed speculations of a secret deal after reports suggested that the White House effectively ordered the limitation of Starshield, a SpaceX satellite system, in Ukraine.
According to several American and Western officials, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, the order came from the White House itself. It reportedly instructed the Pentagon officials to limit the use of the critical security system that has been used extensively by the Ukrainian military, which includes the provision of secure communications as well as drones.
It remains unclear who in the White House sent the order, but the mere fact of it has caused confusion and suspicion. Some think that the order was meant to placate Moscow for the diesel deal, while others believe it to be a sign of a secret deal between the two nations. With the fate of the war hanging in the balance, interference from a third party, such as the United States, would send shockwaves throughout the international community. As members of Congress are set to raise questions about the nature and origins of the order, further speculation will inevitably arise regarding the potential for a secret deal between the US and Russia.
If Democrats retake Congress this fall, expect aggressive hearings and investigations into this move against an ally.
