Nord Stream suspect accuses Italy of pressure to confess
Summary
A Ukrainian former military officer named Serhiy Kuznetsov, currently detained in Italy, is on a hunger strike, accusing Italian authorities of pressuring him to confess to damaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines. Kuznetsov, arrested on Germany's request, claims mistreatment in prison, and a legal appeal is ongoing against his extradition to Germany.Key Facts
- Serhiy Kuznetsov, a former Ukrainian military officer, is in an Italian prison on hunger strike.
- He is accused of damaging the Nord Stream pipelines, which transport Russian gas to Germany.
- Kuznetsov claims Italian authorities are mistreating him to pressure a confession.
- Germany has requested his extradition on charges of "anti-constitutional sabotage."
- A judge in Poland denied extradition for another suspect citing potential claims of self-defense.
- Kuznetsov's extradition was approved by an Italian court, but he is appealing the decision.
- Ukraine denies involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline attack.
- Kuznetsov's final appeal hearing is expected in the coming weeks.
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