The German government faces renewed debate about the idea of restoring the damaged Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 pipelines, a discussion that resurfaced in 2022 with the aim of securing Russian gas supplies. The call came from a faction in the Bundestag known as Alternative for Germany (AfD), a party positioned on the right of the political spectrum. The statement attributed to AfD lawmakers was reported by media outlets such as lenta.ru, and it underlines a claim that the energy crisis triggered by the damage to the pipelines has had lasting economic repercussions in Germany.
In the document, more than ten parliamentarians are named among the authors, and they highlight the broader financial impact of theNord Stream disruption. They argue that the sabotage led to substantial economic harm by pushing Germany to rely more heavily on imports of liquefied natural gas, a shift that has elevated energy costs for households and businesses alike.
According to the authors, the heightened energy prices threaten the competitiveness of German industry and could contribute to deindustrialization. They cite assessments from experts who suggest that the country’s industrial base is at risk as energy bills rise, potentially affecting production lines, employment, and export capacity.
The statement also calls for expert opinions on the feasibility of repairing the damaged pipelines and for creating conditions that would allow Nord Stream to be repaired and for continued Russian energy supplies to be imported if possible. The document frames repair as a potential path to stabilizing energy markets and reducing price volatility for energy-intensive sectors.
Earlier discussions within NATO touched on investigations into the emergency situation affecting the gas corridor between Finland and Estonia, indicating a wider interest in understanding safety, security, and resilience of energy infrastructure in the region.
There have also been prior political moves in Germany seeking information or reward for details related to the Nord Stream incident, reflecting a broader climate of inquiry and accountability around critical energy infrastructure and its security implications for Europe.
Overall, the debate highlights ongoing concerns about energy security in Europe, the role of Russian gas in the continent’s energy mix, and the resilience of critical infrastructure after major disruptions. Analysts point to the delicate balance between pursuing reliable energy supplies and maintaining political and economic independence, a theme that continues to shape policy discussions across Germany, the European Union, and allied partners in North America and beyond. Attribution: media reports and parliamentary statements compiled by regional political observers.