Nord Stream trial: How German police followed the evidence - to Ukraine
Summary
A man identified only as Serhii K is going on trial in Germany, charged with causing explosions in September 2022 that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines under the Baltic Sea. German police suspect he led a group that used explosives to sabotage the pipelines, which supplied Russian gas to Germany, and they say he acted for Ukrainian state agencies; both he and Ukraine deny these claims.Key Facts
- The Nord Stream pipelines were damaged by several explosions in September 2022.
- The blasts caused major ruptures and stopped gas supply from Russia to Germany.
- German police investigated and concluded that Serhii K was the leader of the sabotage team.
- It is alleged they used high-powered explosives at about 80 meters underwater.
- The suspect had traveled widely and was arrested in Italy after crossing from Poland.
- German prosecutors say Serhii K acted on behalf of Ukrainian government agencies.
- The man denies involvement and is only named as Serhii K during the trial.
- The trial is set to begin in Hamburg, Germany, after his extradition.
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