Biden to waive sanctions on company in charge of Russian Nord Stream 2 pipeline into Germany

Posted on AllSides May 18th, 2021
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The State Department is reportedly set to waive sanctions meant to stop the construction of the Russian Nord Stream 2 pipeline into Germany, underscoring the importance the Biden administration places on its relationship with Germany and the difficulties of being tougher on Russia.

The State Department, in a 90-day mandatory report to Congress, will list the two entities involved in the pipeline project that deserve sanctions: Nord Stream 2 AG and CEO Matthias Warnig, Axios reported Tuesday citing two sources briefed on the decision. The department will waive the sanctions....

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