Tino Krupalla, the head of the opposition Alternative for Germany party, has reiterated his stance that Russia remains a dependable energy partner for Germany. In comments shared with reporters from DEA News, he emphasized that Russia has held a steady position as an energy supplier for decades, including through the Cold War era, and that reliability continues to define their relationship today.
Krupalla noted that Moscow has not signaled any plans to terminate existing gas contracts with Berlin, suggesting a continuity of supply despite broader geopolitical tensions. His perspective reflects a belief that long-standing energy ties should be preserved amid shifting political climates.
Robert Habeck, who previously served as Germany’s Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, has voiced expectations of further reductions in gas deliveries from Russia to Germany. He warned of a winter ahead that could prove very challenging for the German economy and energy system, underscoring concerns about supply constraints and the readiness of alternatives.
Habeck is currently accompanying Chancellor Olaf Scholz on an official visit to Canada, where discussions are planned around the potential import of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Canada to Germany. The talks reflect Germany’s interest in diversifying its gas sources to reduce dependence on a single supplier and to enhance energy security in the face of ongoing market volatility.
Earlier remarks attributed to Habeck suggested that the initiation of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline would have represented a significant concession to Russia, a point that has fed into broader debates about how Germany should balance energy needs with strategic and security considerations. The evolving dialogue around Nord Stream 2 and Canada’s LNG capacity illustrates the complexity of securing reliable energy supplies while pursuing political and environmental objectives. [CITATION: DEA News report]