New information from US intelligence indicates that the attacks on the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines were carried out by a group described as pro-Ukrainian, though there is no evidence tying the operation directly to Ukrainian authorities, the New York Times reported. The timing was noted as Tuesday, and the group could include both Ukrainians and Russians.
NYT: The saboteurs were “most likely” Ukrainian citizens
The newspaper, citing US officials with access to newly obtained information, explains that while details about the group remain limited, the saboteurs were likely Ukrainian citizens or Russian opponents of Putin’s regime.
At the same time, there is no proof that Ukrainian authorities were involved, nor that President Volodymyr Zelensky knew about the operation. Sources cited by the daily said there are no firm conclusions yet about who ordered and financed the sabotage, though they do not rule out the possibility that the operation involved troops linked to Ukrainian services.
NYT: No signs pointing to Russia
The newspaper notes that those familiar with the new information disagree on its importance, yet some view it as a move to sustain optimism about continuing the investigation into the incident.
According to the New York Times, no traces of Russian involvement have been found so far.
The daily also points out that Kiev officials do not always inform their US counterparts about military operations, particularly those conducted behind enemy lines and in Russia.
Such operations have frustrated US officials who believe they do not significantly improve Ukraine’s position on the battlefield and may risk alienating European allies or widening the conflict.
— reports the New York Times.
These disclosures come amid ongoing scrutiny of how information is shared between Kyiv and Washington, and how these disclosures influence public perception and diplomatic considerations across Europe.
In related coverage, a German portal and major international outlets have discussed whether Russia might consider repairing damaged sections of Nord Stream, a topic that continues to surface in discussions about the energy corridor and security implications for the region.
Additional reporting has examined new information about leaks in Nord Stream 2, with speculation about large vessels carrying out missions that were secret or ambiguous in nature.
The conversations around these events reflect a broader debate about what intelligence reveals, how it shapes policy, and where accountability lies in a complex, high-stakes geopolitical landscape.
End of discussion. These developments are part of the evolving narrative around energy security, regional stability, and international responses to acts of sabotage that impact critical infrastructure.