Elon Musk, the richest person in the world, recently stirred controversy by suggesting the U.S. should stop sending aid to Ukraine.

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"There's no point in wasting all of this money, as he believes Russia will win," Musk stated during a Twitter Spaces event with Republican senators.

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Musk expressed doubts about the U.S. helping Ukraine, suggesting there's no way Russian leader Vladimir Putin would lose the war.

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He encouraged U.S. citizens to call their representatives and oppose the Ukraine funding bill.

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Despite his recent comments, Musk initially supported Ukraine, allowing them to use Starlink satellite receivers for internet access.

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Musk's stance on Ukraine has shifted, echoing Kremlin talking points and suggesting Ukraine should cede territory to end the war.

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Critics, including fellow entrepreneur Reid Hoffman, have criticized Musk for his comments, accusing him of buying into Putin's narrative.

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With Musk's controversial statements and shifting support, the future of U.S. aid to Ukraine and the ongoing conflict remains uncertain.

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