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Is the United States interested in the Nordstream 2 gas pipeline?

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The gas pipeline connecting Russia to Germany through the Baltic Sea, Nord Stream 2, is on the brink of bankruptcy

This picture released by the Danish Defence Command shows the gas leak at the Nord Stream 2 gas.
This picture released by the Danish Defence Command shows the gas leak at the Nord Stream 2 gas.AP

The investment was massive, yet no gas ever flowed through it. According to various sources, Russia may be interested in reclaiming it as it is 100% owned by Gazprom.

During his first term, Trump did not view this infrastructure favorably, as he saw it as a symbol of Germany's dependence.

However, his administration is now considering it could be useful to exert pressure in the peace negotiations in Ukraine.