Nordstream had been shut off about 4 weeks prior the bombing. Also, its continued functioning meant that Germany could at any time (probably secretly) come to an agreement with Russia, who would switch the gas back on. It was clearly a valuable asset and lever for Russia and a major threat to US leverage.
Nordstream had been shut off about 4 weeks prior the bombing. Also, its continued functioning meant that Germany could at any time (probably secretly) come to an agreement with Russia, who would switch the gas back on. It was clearly a valuable asset and lever for Russia and a major threat to US leverage.