American businessman and billionaire Elon Musk maintains regular contacts with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In their conversations they discuss personal topics and geopolitical issues.
Communication between Musk and Putin began in late 2022, The Wall Street Journal reports, citing sources among US officials.
In particular, Putin suggested to Musk not to activate the Starlink satellite Internet over Taiwan in the interests of China.
The businessman's contacts with the Russian leader have raised concerns among some members of the US administration.
Musk is said to have deep-rooted business ties to US intelligence and the military.
He has access to classified information because the Pentagon uses his Starlink terminals.
Musk himself claims that he spoke with Putin only once in 2021.
However, Western sources report more frequent contacts between them.
According to former and current US officials, Musk has been in regular contact with Putin since late 2022.
