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Merz backs Nord Stream ban to prevent US and Russia restarting gas link
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is supporting EU sanctions targeting the Nord Stream gas connections to block any attempts to restore gas supply from Russia to Germany.
- The ban arises from EU sanctions aiming to block Russia's revenue that could fund its war in Ukraine, amid reports of secret talks to restart the pipeline.
- Nord Stream 2 AG, a Swiss-based company owned by Russia's Gazprom, owns the pipelines targeted by the sanctions included in the EU's 18th sanctions package.
- The pipelines, which previously carried a large volume of Russian gas to Germany each year, were largely destroyed in explosions during 2022, and the sanctions aim to legally prevent their future use.
- Merz’s support represents a strategic move to Europeanize pipeline decisions, reducing German pressure and signaling commitment to limiting Russian energy influence despite some domestic opposition.
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Merz backs Nord Stream ban to prevent US and Russia restarting gas link
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