🔍 A recent report by Germany's Der Spiegel confirms that the Ukrainian national suspected of sabotaging the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in September 2022 was an active-duty captain in a Ukrainian special operations unit.
📜 Documents from Ukraine's Ministry of Defense and a former military officer verify his service from August 10, 2022, to November 28, 2023. The officer says the suspect followed every order and couldn't leave his post without approval.
🚨 He was arrested this summer while vacationing with family in Italy, extradited to Germany in late November, and is currently held in custody awaiting trial.
⚖️ His lawyer argues he acted under orders and shouldn't face criminal charges under international law, sparking a broader debate on accountability in armed conflicts.
🌊 The blasts on September 26, 2022, in the Baltic Sea near Denmark and Sweden caused major gas leaks, raising concerns about Europe's energy security and infrastructure resilience.
💭 For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, this case touches on energy policy, legal fairness, and how global events impact local lives. What do you think—should individuals bear responsibility or only states? Share your thoughts below! 👇
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Nord Stream sabotage suspect reported to be Ukrainian soldier
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