Exposing Merkel's Move: The Gazprom Gas Storage Deal Unmasked
Gazprom Deal Given Subtle Nod by Merkel
Get the lowdown on Angela Merkel's questionable decisions and their far-reaching consequences!
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The controversial Russia policy of the Merkel administration hit a new low with the recent release of documents detailing the behind-the-scenes dealings surrounding the sale of German gas storage facilities to Gazprom. Under legal pressure, the Chancellery has shared internal documents, shining a light on Merkel's awareness of the risks yet her greenlight for the deal.
Glance Back 2021/2022 Winter Woes As tensions with Ukraine escalated, the Chancellor became aware that the filling levels of German gas storage facilities had plunged. This, coupled with the planned Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, would lead Germany into a dire energy crisis, forcing it to rely heavily on Russian gas supplies.
Undercover negotiations July 16, 2015 In a report submitted to Merkel, it was revealed that the German government had been secretly backing the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project. Despite Merkel publicly maintaining a neutral stance, the document revealed an underlying support for the project, which would significantly increase Germany's dependence on Russian gas.
Breaking the Rules Merkel's dealings with Gazprom were not without controversy. The Chancellery prepared arguments to counter expected objections from Poland, Ukraine, and the Baltic states, arguing that the gas storage transaction did not violate Russia sanctions and did not provide a legal basis to prevent the deal.
Greenlight for Danger Despite knowing the risks, the Chancellery saw no legal basis to prohibit the transaction with Gazprom, stating that the takeover would make Gazprom "directly responsible for the supply security of customers," a statement that was underscored in the draft for Merkel's consideration.
Falling Further The revelations did not end there. The Chancellery provided the "Süddeutsche Zeitung" with 63 documents, detailing the deeply troubling connections and echoing the widespread concerns about Merkel's Russia policy.
- Gazprom
- Angela Merkel
- Crimea
- Attack on Ukraine
Wait a minute! The Merkel administration knowingly sold out our gas storage facilities to Russia, increasing our dependency on them, all while encroaching on international law and diplomacy.
References1. BBC News – Nord Stream 1 cutting gas supplies to Europe2. Politico – Germany's reliance on Russian gas deepens crisis
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- The recent disclosure of internal documents suggests that Angela Merkel's employment policy towards Gazprom's acquisition of German gas storage facilities might have been questionable, with the Chancellery addressing concerns related to industry, finance, energy, politics, and general-news.
- The deal, despite concerns from Poland, Ukraine, and the Baltic states, reportedly did not violate Russia sanctions, indicating a flexible employment policy in relation to the industry and trade with Russia.
- The controversy surrounding Merkel's Russia policy extends beyond the acquisition deal, as her administration's stance on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline and its potential impact on the broader European energy market continues to be a matter of intense debate in community policy discussions.
