Zelenskiy insists Ukraine not behind Nord Stream blasts, cooperating with probe; German prosecutors allege bombings ordered by Ukrainian state

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly denied any involvement of Ukraine in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombings, emphasizing that the Ukrainian government did not participate in the planning or execution of the attacks. He stated, “Germany was well aware that Ukraine did not stand behind the execution or the very conception of this operation.”

Despite Zelenskyy's assertions, German prosecutors allege that the bombings were ordered by the Ukrainian state. This claim comes as two Ukrainian suspects remain in custody, with one arrested in Croatia and another in Italy, both linked to the explosions that occurred in September 2022.²³⁶

Zelenskyy expressed concern over the potential impact of these allegations on Ukraine's relations with Germany and other European nations, stating, “It is very important for us not to lose our partnership, not to lose the trust of European countries that have been helping Ukraine since the very beginning of this war.” He reiterated Ukraine's commitment to cooperating with the ongoing investigation, hoping it would not lead to a rift in diplomatic ties.

The Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines, crucial for transporting natural gas from Russia to Germany, were severely damaged in the blasts, raising significant geopolitical tensions in the region. As investigations continue, the implications of these allegations could affect Ukraine's international support amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia.¹

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