Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline won’t open if Russia invades Ukraine, says US
by Martin Farrer and agencies from World news | The Guardian on (#5VF9F)
US and German officials signal hardening of position on controversial gas link
The Nord Stream 2 pipeline between Russia and Germany will not move forward if Russia invades Ukraine, the US state department has said, in a significant strengthening of the west's previous position on the strategically vital gas supply.
As tension ratcheted up over Russia's military buildup on its neighbour's eastern border, state department spokesperson Ned Price said on Wednesday night that the Biden administration was working with Germany" to ensure it could withstand the loss of the pipeline.
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