What was the Nord Stream pipeline explosion?
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The Nord Stream pipeline explosion in 2022 damaged gas pipelines transporting natural gas from Russia to Germany under the Baltic Sea, intensifying tensions over the war in Ukraine and European energy reliance. Russia accused the U.S. of involvement, which Washington denied.
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Ukrainian suspected of links to Nord Stream pipeline blasts arrested
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- A Ukrainian citizen suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions has been arrested.
- The arrest took place in Italy's Rimini province, with German prosecutors alleging the suspect was a coordinator. 12s
- The Nord Stream pipelines carry natural gas from Russia to Germany via the Baltic Sea. 20s
- The damage to the pipelines increased tensions over the Ukraine war and Europe's energy dependence on Russia. 25s
- Russia accused the U.S. of staging the explosions, but Washington denies the allegation. 35s
