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The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Archive: Shane Harris on the Nord Stream 2 Bombing
Jan 5, 2025
Shane Harris, a Washington Post author and a frequent contributor to Lawfare, dives deep into the controversial bombing of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. He discusses the initial blame placed on Russia due to its war in Ukraine and the ongoing lack of concrete evidence. The conversation explores various conspiracy theories about the real culprits, the geopolitical ramifications, and environmental concerns like methane release. Harris also scrutinizes the complexities involved in investigating such covert operations and potential motivations for other involved parties.
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- Despite widespread speculation implicating Russia, the investigation into the Nord Stream 2 bombing has yet to produce definitive evidence linking any nation to the attack.
- The incident underscores the vulnerability of critical undersea infrastructure, highlighting the need for enhanced security strategies amid rising geopolitical tensions.
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Overview of the Nord Stream Sabotage
The sabotage of the Nord Stream 2 pipelines in September 2022 raised significant questions regarding the responsible party, initially leading many to suspect the Russian Federation due to its involvement in Ukraine. The explosions damaged both Nord Stream 1 and 2, evident through dramatic footage of gas escaping into the Baltic Sea. Despite widespread speculation pointing to Russia as the perpetrator, concrete evidence tying the Kremlin to the attack has not emerged, complicating the attribution process. Various expert analyses have also highlighted the geopolitical ramifications, emphasizing how the pipelines were critical for European energy security, making the act of sabotage seem plausible as a move to pressure Europe amid the ongoing conflict.
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