Russia is waging an economic war against Europe, experts say.
(Photo: IMAGO/ITAR-TASS)
Riga Maintenance on the Nord Stream 1 natural gas pipeline is scheduled to end on Thursday. According to public statements, Russian President Vladimir Putin wants gas to flow again through the Baltic Sea pipeline – but only in limited quantities.
According to experts, this scenario would have a number of advantages for Moscow, above all the possibility of blackmailing Western states in future negotiations. Experts estimate that the Russian government hopes that this will enable it to assert its interests in Ukraine.
But like the alternatives now available to the government in Moscow, this plan also has disadvantages for Russia. A look at three options for action.
Option 1: Gas will flow again via Nord Stream 1, but in reduced quantities
It is currently considered likely that gas will only flow through Nord Stream 1 in limited quantities in the future. In this case, Russia would continue to collect money for the supplies.
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