Yemen Activates Starlink ​Satellite Internet Service

The Yemeni Telecommunications Corporation has ⁤confirmed the official ​activation of​ the⁢ Starlink ⁤satellite internet‌ service in​ the Republic of Yemen.⁢ This move comes after the company’s management announced the launch of the service in the ⁣country, making Yemen the first country in ⁢the Middle ⁢East to have access to Starlink.

The Houthi group has issued a statement pledging ‍to ‌take all necessary ⁢measures to block the provision of Starlink satellite internet services, citing concerns over national​ security ⁢and ‍sovereignty.

Starlink Management Announces Official Launch

Starlink management announced the official launch of​ the service in‌ Yemeni territory through a tweet⁤ on its official account. ‌The tweet was shared by American billionaire ​Elon Musk ⁣on his personal page.

Yemeni Telecommunications Corporation ⁣Releases Statement

The Yemeni Telecommunications ⁢Corporation released a ⁤statement on its official Facebook page, ​saying, “Starlink⁢ service has been officially activated ‌in ⁢the ‌territories of ⁤the Republic of Yemen. The future of​ the Internet in Yemen is‍ in your hands. ​Get ready for an unparalleled⁤ Internet experience.”

The corporation explained that the service will provide high-speed and reliable internet ‍to‌ remote areas and cities,​ contributing‍ to‌ increased economic and ‌social development.

US Embassy Congratulates Yemen

The ‍US Embassy congratulated Yemen for becoming‌ the ⁢first country in⁣ the Middle East to have full access ‌to the internet ⁤via satellite from‌ Starlink.⁢ The embassy​ stated that the​ achievement demonstrates how technology can open ‌up new⁤ opportunities and drive progress.

Houthi Group Rejects‌ Starlink Services

The Houthi group ‍has rejected the provision of ⁢Starlink satellite internet services, citing concerns over ⁢national security and sovereignty. The group has claimed that the government’s permission to operate the service is a clear ​violation of Yemen’s sovereignty ​and a major threat to its ⁣national security.

The group has⁤ also claimed that the provision of ⁢internet ‌services by a foreign company is a direct threat to Yemen’s national ⁤security and undermines citizens’ ability to protect their privacy ​and data.