German investigators are said to be examining Poland for possible disinformation linked to the Nord Stream explosions, according to the newspaper Welt am Sonntag. The report claims that Poland forwarded Berlin a list of individuals who might have played a role in attacks on the gas pipelines, including names described as having connections to Russia. The publication notes that German investigators remain skeptical about this information and are pursuing other leads while weighing the credibility of the supplied materials. The article adds that investigative work in Germany continues to trace paths leading toward Ukraine as part of the broader inquiry. (Welt am Sonntag)
Former Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterized the Nord Stream explosions as acts of international terrorism, a claim he made during the 20th anniversary plenary session of the Valdai International Discussion Club held in Sochi. He argued that Russia had not been granted permission to investigate the terrorist attacks on the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 pipelines, suggesting that the official inquiry would probably not yield conclusive results. Putin conveyed confidence that the parties responsible would eventually be identified, remarking that ones who commit such acts cannot be concealed. (Valdai Club remarks)
Additionally, the topic of completing the Nord Stream project has figured in public statements by political leaders, though formal commitments and timelines have varied over time. (Public statements)